For the luxury seeker there is an exclusive resort on Orpheus Island or for the more adventurous there are a number of sites available for camping. Ingham offers a full range of sporting clubs and competitions including soccer, tennis, swimming, cricket, rugby league, touch football and netball to name a few. The Barrier Reef Institute of TAFE also offers a variety of choices for further education locally. A wide range of accommodation is available for rent, lease or purchase in Ingham or surrounding communities. There are a number of rural residential properties and also the peaceful beachside townships of Allingham, Taylor's Beach and Lucinda.
Full child minding facilities and modern health facilities are available.
Many religious denominations are represented in the community.