Isaac Regional Council
Isaac Regional Council is one of QLD's top-performing councils, ranking 7th of 77 and strongest on lifestyle & amenity.
"Bowen Basin mining heartland — Moranbah and resource economy power"
Queensland · regional council · Pop. 21,000
Data last updated: 2023-24 · Data confidence: moderate
Overall Score
63 out of 100
#1 of 30 regional councils in QLD
#7 in Queensland
Score Breakdown
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Sustainability | 52/100 |
| Community Services | 65/100 |
| Lifestyle & Amenity | 97/100 |
| Core Operations | 40/100 |
What This Means For You
Among regional councils, Isaac Regional performs strongest in lifestyle affordability (better than 97% of peers), with room to improve in infrastructure and operations (currently at the 40th percentile).
What Makes This Place Unique
Bowen Basin mining heartland — Moranbah and resource economy power
Engine room of Queensland's coal industry.
Known For
- Bowen Basin
- Moranbah
- High mining incomes
- Clermont heritage town
Living Here
Some of Australia's highest average incomes. Remote and hot.
Hidden Gem
Clermont — heritage pastoral town with Lake Gregory.