Rate Comparisons
How do Townsville’s Rates Compare?
The average rate and utilities charge for Townsville ratepayers after applying the 5% prompt payment discount is $4,199.
The graph below shows Townsville is below the Queensland benchmarked average.
- Townsville average = $4,199
- Queensland benchmarked average = $4,392
2025-26 Rates Benchmarking Snapshot
We have calculated and compared rate and utilities charges, discounts and average totals for 13 councils across Queensland, including
Townsville, with 2025-26 budget information available at the time this snapshot was developed.
View the full snapshot to see how Townsville compares:
- 2025-26 Rates Benchmarking Snapshot (PDF, 1.7 MB)
