Algester vs Parkinson
A data-only, side-by-side comparison of Algester and Parkinson, two suburbs in Queensland — population, demographics, socio-economic profile and climate, drawn from public sources.
Key differences
- Parkinson is the larger of the two, with about 11,148 residents to Algester's 9,020.
- Parkinson sits a little higher on the ABS SEIFA index of socio-economic advantage (1043 to 984, where about 1000 is the national average).
- Median weekly household income is higher in Parkinson ($2,188 to $1,716).
- Residents are typically older in Parkinson (median age 37 to 36).
- Parkinson is warmer in summer (average January high 30°C to 29.4°C).
- Algester is wetter across the year (about 945 mm of rain to 894 mm).
Algester vs Parkinson side by side
| Measure | Algester | Parkinson |
|---|---|---|
| Population (2021) | 9,020 | 11,148 |
| Median age | 36 | 37 |
| Median weekly household income | $1,716 | $2,188 |
| SEIFA score | 984 | 1043 |
| Local government area | Brisbane | Brisbane |
| State / territory | Queensland | Queensland |
| Avg summer high (Jan) | 29.4°C | 30°C |
| Avg winter high (Jul) | 20.7°C | 20.6°C |
| Annual rainfall | 945 mm | 894 mm |
Climate figures are long-run monthly normals (Open-Meteo, ERA5 reanalysis).
Common questions
Is Algester or Parkinson bigger?
Parkinson is larger, with about 11,148 residents at the 2021 Census compared with 9,020 in Algester.
Is Algester or Parkinson warmer?
Parkinson is generally warmer in summer, with an average January daytime high of 30°C compared with 29.4°C.