💰 Top 50 Suburbs in Australian Capital Territory by Median Household Income
Household income tells you a lot about a suburb — who can afford to live there, the kind of dwellings that get built, the cost of local services, and the schools that develop around them. This ranking lists the top 50 suburbs in Australian Capital Territory by median weekly household income, drawn directly from the Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Census (Table G02 — Selected Medians and Averages).
Red Hill tops the list with a median household income of $3,938 per week — roughly $204,776 per year — well clear of the median across the rest of the list ($2,634/week at the midpoint of the top 50). High-income suburbs cluster around inner harbour and bay-side areas, leafy school belts, and mining or resource towns where wages are inflated by industry.
Only suburbs with a Census 2021 population of at least 200 residents are included to avoid distortion from very small SALs (Suburbs and Localities). Median household income reflects gross weekly income before tax for all members of a private household — different from ATO taxable income and from median personal income, both of which can rank suburbs differently.
Red Hill ACT 2603
Red Hill is an established inner-south Canberra suburb situated on and around the Red Hill ridge, approximately 4 kilometres south-east of the Canberra CBD (Civic). Part of the unincorporated ACT, it covers 4.86 square kilometres at an elevation of around 635 metres, offering elevated positions with sweeping views across the national capital. With a population of 3,146 and a median household income of around $3,938 per week, Red Hill is one of Canberra's more affluent inner-south addresses, home to a mix of professionals, public servants, and long-established families.
Forde ACT 2914
Forde is an affluent suburb in the Gungahlin district of Canberra, located approximately 15 kilometres north of the CBD. Named after former Prime Minister Frank Forde, the suburb was established in 2008 and had a population of 4,435 at the 2021 census. It is a relatively new, family-oriented neighbourhood characterised by modern housing, generous green spaces, and proximity to the Mulligans Flat Woodland Sanctuary.
Forrest ACT 2603
Forrest is one of Canberra's most prestigious inner-south suburbs, located approximately 5 kilometres south of the Canberra CBD (Civic) within the South Canberra district. Established in 1926 and named after explorer and statesman Sir John Forrest, it is one of the Australian Capital Territory's oldest planned suburbs. With a 2021 population of 1,827 and a median household income of $3,363 per week — among the highest of any suburb in the ACT — Forrest is characterised by large, established homes on generous blocks, tree-lined avenues, and a refined residential character.
Weetangera ACT 2614
Weetangera is an established suburb in the Belconnen district of Canberra, located approximately 8 kilometres northwest of the CBD. With a population of 2,795 at the 2021 census (up 8.5% from 2016), it is a quiet, well-established residential area with tree-lined streets and a mix of original 1970s-80s homes and modern renovations. The suburb has 7 parks covering about 7.7% of its total area.
Yarralumla ACT 2600
Yarralumla is one of Canberra's most prestigious and historically significant suburbs, situated approximately 4 kilometres south-west of the Canberra CBD (Civic) along the northern shores of Lake Burley Griffin, within the ACT's unincorporated area administered directly by the ACT Government. With a population of 3,120 at the 2021 Census and a median age of 50, the suburb is home to an affluent, established community of professionals, diplomats, and retirees. Its median weekly household income of $3,327 far exceeds the national average, reflecting the area's exclusive character and desirable lakeside setting.
Fadden ACT 2904
Fadden is an established and affluent residential suburb in Canberra's Tuggeranong district, located approximately 16 kilometres south of the Canberra CBD at an elevation of around 648 metres on the southern tablelands. With a population of 3,006 and a median age of 43, Fadden is characterised by settled, mature households — over half of residents are married, and the suburb skews towards established families and older working professionals. The median household income of approximately $3,302 per week is significantly above the national average, reflecting the suburb's desirability and its predominantly public-sector professional resident base.
Aranda ACT 2614
Aranda is a leafy, established suburb in Canberra's Belconnen district, situated at the western foot of Black Mountain and gazetted in 1967. Home to approximately 2,605 residents, it borders the Canberra Nature Park on two sides, giving it an unusually strong bush setting for an inner suburban location. The suburb features a mix of well-maintained houses and low-rise units, with high owner-occupancy rates reflecting a settled, professional demographic.
Nicholls ACT 2913
Nicholls is a modern suburb in the Gungahlin district of Canberra, established in 1994 and named after Sir Douglas Nicholls, the Aboriginal activist and former Governor of South Australia. With a population of 6,680, the suburb is located approximately 14 kilometres northwest of Canberra CBD and 2 kilometres from the Gungahlin Town Centre.
Deakin ACT 2600
Deakin is an established inner-south suburb of Canberra, located approximately 6 kilometres south-west of the CBD in the South Canberra district. With a population of around 3,120, the suburb covers 3.58 square kilometres at an elevation of 593 metres. First developed in the 1920s with most construction occurring after 1945, Deakin is one of Canberra's most prestigious residential areas. The suburb is home to The Lodge, the official residence of the Prime Minister of Australia.
Chapman ACT 2611
Chapman is an established residential suburb in Canberra's Weston Creek district, postcode 2611, within the ACT Unincorporated area. With a 2021 Census population of 2,867 — growing from 2,684 in 2016 — Chapman is a quietly popular suburb at an elevation of 638 metres, covering approximately 1.9 square kilometres. Located approximately 11 kilometres south-west of the Canberra CBD, Chapman is known for its hilly terrain, generous block sizes, and leafy character typical of Canberra's older residential suburbs.
Campbell ACT 2612
Campbell is an inner suburb of Canberra located approximately 2 kilometres east of Civic, within the Australian Capital Territory. With a population of 6,564 and a notably young median age of 28, the suburb has a vibrant, professional character shaped by its proximity to government institutions and defence establishments. Median household incomes of around $3,052 per week reflect the highly educated and well-employed residents drawn to this sought-after inner-city location.
Macarthur ACT 2904
Macarthur is a quiet residential suburb in Canberra's Tuggeranong district, located approximately 15 kilometres south of the Canberra CBD (Civic) within the Australian Capital Territory. With a population of around 1,405 residents and a median age of 39, the suburb attracts a mix of families and working professionals who value affordable suburban living within the nation's capital. The median household income of approximately $3,037 per week reflects the strong public sector employment base common across greater Canberra, and the suburb's 1.3 square kilometre footprint comprises predominantly detached housing on quiet residential streets.
Garran ACT 2605
Garran is an established inner-south suburb of Canberra in the Australian Capital Territory, located about 7 kilometres from the city centre. With a population of approximately 3,700 and a high median income of 1,308, it is an affluent residential area popular with professionals, academics, and public servants. The suburb is adjacent to the Canberra Hospital and sits on gently undulating terrain at an elevation of around 624 metres.
Curtin ACT 2605
Curtin is an established inner-south suburb in the Woden Valley district of Canberra, located approximately 8 kilometres southwest of the CBD. With a population of 5,569, this leafy suburb was developed in the 1960s and named after Prime Minister John Curtin. It features generous block sizes and mature trees, giving it a distinctly settled character.
Bonner ACT 2914
Bonner is a modern suburb in the district of Gungahlin in the northern part of Canberra, ACT. With a population of around 7,300, it is one of the newer suburbs in the Gungahlin area, with development beginning in the mid-2000s. The suburb is named after Neville Bonner, the first Indigenous Australian to serve in the Australian Parliament.
Crace ACT 2911
Crace is a modern, planned residential suburb in Canberra's Gungahlin district, established in 2009 and named after pioneer settler Edward Kendall Crace. With a population of approximately 4,800, it is one of Gungahlin's more mature newer suburbs and has grown rapidly with a strong emphasis on sustainable urban design. The suburb features an attractive town pond, open green corridors, and diverse housing stock including detached homes, townhouses, and apartments.
Hughes ACT 2605
Hughes is an established residential suburb in the Woden Valley district of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, located about 10 kilometres south of the city centre. Named after William Morris Hughes, Australia's seventh Prime Minister, the suburb has a population of approximately 3,210 with a median age of 43. It is an affluent area with a median household income of ,797 per week, reflecting its appeal to professionals and public servants working in nearby government offices.
Amaroo ACT 2914
Amaroo is a modern residential suburb in Canberra's northern Gungahlin district, postcode 2914, within the ACT's Unincorporated area. With a 2021 Census population of 6,129 — growing from 5,710 in 2016 — Amaroo is a well-established family suburb at an elevation of 628 metres. The suburb covers approximately 2.6 square kilometres and forms part of the urban area of Gungahlin, one of Canberra's fastest-growing districts located approximately 15 kilometres north of the city centre.
Flynn ACT 2615
Flynn is a well-established residential suburb in the Belconnen district of the Australian Capital Territory, located approximately 11 kilometres north-west of Canberra City (Civic). With a population of 3,671 and a median age of 37, the suburb supports a youthful mix of families and working-age residents, with above-average household incomes of around $2,728 per week. Sitting at an elevation of 588 metres on the Canberra Tablelands, Flynn features a mix of established housing from the 1970s and 1980s with good access to Belconnen's services.
Moncrieff ACT 2914
Moncrieff is a newer residential suburb in Canberra's Gungahlin district, postcode 2914, within the ACT Unincorporated area. With a 2021 Census population of 5,310 — a dramatic increase from just 105 in 2016 — Moncrieff has been one of Canberra's fastest-growing suburbs, with extensive new housing development transforming the area from fringe land into an established residential community. The suburb sits at 631 metres elevation and covers approximately 1.9 square kilometres, approximately 16 kilometres north of the Canberra CBD.
McKellar ACT 2617
McKellar is a quiet residential suburb in Canberra's Belconnen district, located about 10 km northwest of the city centre in the Australian Capital Territory. With a population of approximately 2,740 and a median age of 43, it is an established suburb with a mature demographic profile. Sitting at an elevation of 593 metres, the suburb covers 1.4 square kilometres and is named after the Scottish-Australian poet Dorothea McKellar.
Casey ACT 2913
Casey is a newer residential suburb in Canberra's northern Gungahlin district, postcode 2913, within the ACT Unincorporated area. With a 2021 Census population of 6,471 — growing from 5,758 in 2016 — Casey is one of Canberra's younger but rapidly growing family suburbs. The suburb sits at an elevation of 664 metres and covers 2.6 square kilometres, forming part of Gungahlin's expanding urban footprint approximately 15 kilometres north of the Canberra CBD. Median household income sits around the Canberra average, reflecting its diverse mix of working families.
Gowrie ACT 2904
Gowrie is a residential suburb in Canberra's Tuggeranong district, postcode 2904, within the ACT Unincorporated area. With a 2021 Census population of 3,140 — slightly up from 3,056 in 2016 — Gowrie is a quiet, established suburb at an elevation of 614 metres covering approximately 1.9 square kilometres. Located approximately 16 kilometres south of the Canberra CBD, Gowrie was developed in the 1980s as part of the broader Tuggeranong Valley development and offers generous residential blocks typical of its era.
Isaacs ACT 2607
Isaacs is a well-established residential suburb in the Woden Valley district of Canberra, located approximately 14 km south of the city centre. With a population of around 2,379 (2021 Census), it is a quiet, leafy suburb that was gazetted in 1966 and developed primarily in the late 1980s. Named after Sir Isaac Isaacs, Australia's first Australian-born Governor-General, it features a mix of detached houses on generous blocks.
Harrison ACT 2914
Harrison is a modern, master-planned suburb in the Gungahlin district of Canberra, located approximately 10 kilometres north of the Canberra CBD. With a population of around 8,244 (2021 Census), it is one of the newer suburbs in the ACT, with most development occurring from the mid-2000s. The suburb features contemporary housing, a high proportion of young families, and a notably higher median income than the national average, reflecting Canberra's public service workforce.
Coombs ACT 2611
Coombs is a modern suburb in the Molonglo Valley district of Canberra, approximately 10 kilometres southwest of the CBD. Named after economist H.C. "Nugget" Coombs, it has been under development since 2011 and has grown rapidly to a population of around 4,850. The suburb features contemporary housing with a mix of detached homes, townhouses, and apartments, attracting young families and professionals with its modern infrastructure.
Hackett ACT 2602
Hackett is an established inner-north suburb of Canberra, located just 4.5 kilometres northeast of the CBD in the district of North Canberra. With a population of 3,227 at the 2021 census (up 7.9% from 2016), the suburb covers 1.9 square kilometres of tree-lined streets backing onto Mount Majura nature reserve. The community is a mix of long-term residents, young professionals, and families, with a well-educated demographic typical of Canberra's inner suburbs.
Fraser ACT 2615
Fraser is a residential suburb in the Belconnen district of Canberra, the Australian Capital Territory, situated approximately 11 kilometres north-west of the Canberra CBD (Civic) at an elevation of around 614 metres. The suburb covers 2.5 square kilometres and is part of the ACT's unincorporated territory, administered directly by the ACT Government. With a population of 2,126 and a median household income of $2,618 per week — well above the national average — Fraser is a prosperous family suburb that attracts established professionals and long-term Canberra residents.
Torrens ACT 2607
Torrens is a quiet, established residential suburb in Canberra's Weston Creek district, situated approximately 10 kilometres southwest of the Canberra CBD (Civic). Part of the Australian Capital Territory's broader Narrabundah–Weston statistical area, Torrens sits at an elevation of 644 metres and covers 1.3 square kilometres. With a 2021 Census population of 2,424 and a median household income of $2,612 per week — well above the national average — the suburb is home to a mix of public service professionals and established families.
Duffy ACT 2611
Duffy is a well-established residential suburb in Canberra's Weston Creek district, situated approximately 10 kilometres south-west of the city centre (Civic) at an elevation of around 590 metres in the foothills of the Brindabella Ranges. With a population of approximately 3,395 and a median age of 39, the suburb attracts families and professionals, many of whom work in the Australian Public Service. Median household income of around $2,593 per week is significantly above the national average, reflecting Canberra's characteristically high professional workforce participation.
Theodore ACT 2905
Theodore is a well-established residential suburb in Canberra's Tuggeranong district, located in the southern reaches of the ACT. With a population of around 3,800 people, it was gazetted in 1975 and named after Edward Granville Theodore, a former Queensland Premier and Deputy Prime Minister. The suburb is characterised by mature trees, an older demographic, and strong owner-occupier rates at 80%.
Conder ACT 2906
Conder is a residential suburb in the Tuggeranong district of Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, established in 1991 and named after artist Charles Conder. The suburb covers 4.5 square kilometres and is located approximately 20 kilometres south of the Canberra CBD, forming part of the Lanyon Valley alongside Banks and Calwell. With a population of 5,108 (2021 census), Conder is a well-established family suburb with a median age of 37, bordered by nature reserves to the east and south. The suburb was among the southernmost developments in Canberra at the time of its establishment.
Wright ACT 2611
Wright is a modern master-planned suburb located in the Molonglo Valley corridor of the Australian Capital Territory, approximately 8 kilometres west of Canberra's city centre. Established in the early 2010s as part of the ACT Government's Molonglo Valley development, the suburb has grown rapidly to a population of around 3,800 residents. Nestled between the Molonglo River and the hills of Stromlo, Wright offers a contemporary urban feel with expansive green spaces and new community infrastructure.
Griffith ACT 2603
Griffith is one of Canberra's oldest and most prestigious inner-south suburbs, located 7 kilometres south of the CBD in the South Canberra district. With a population of 5,328 at the 2021 census and a median age of 38, it attracts a mix of established families, professionals and public servants. The suburb was established in 1927 and features streets designed according to Walter Burley Griffin's original plans for the national capital. Griffith is named after Sir Samuel Griffith, Australia's first Chief Justice of the High Court.
Farrer ACT 2607
Farrer is a well-established residential suburb in Canberra's south, located approximately 8 kilometres from the city centre (Civic) in the Woden Valley district. Situated at an elevation of 650 metres across 2.1 square kilometres, it is part of the ACT's unincorporated territory and falls within the Australian Capital Territory statistical area. The suburb's 2021 population of 3,787 has grown modestly from 3,231 in 2016, with a median age of 43 and above-average household incomes — the median household income of $2,540 per week reflects Canberra's concentration of public sector and professional workers.
O'Connor ACT 2602
O'Connor is a well-established suburb in Canberra's inner north, situated approximately 4 kilometres from the city centre within the Australian Capital Territory. Covering around 4.1 square kilometres at an elevation of 606 metres, it has a population of 5,917 with a relatively young median age of 35. The median household income of $2,518 per week reflects the suburb's proximity to major government employment precincts and the Australian National University.
Dunlop ACT 2615
Dunlop is a well-planned suburban community in Canberra's Belconnen district, home to approximately 7,265 residents across 3.6 square kilometers. Located at the northwestern edge of Canberra near the New South Wales border, this suburb was established in 1993 and named after Lieutenant Colonel Sir Ernest 'Weary' Dunlop. The community features a relatively young demographic with a median age of 33 years and is characterized by modern residential estates, abundant parkland, and family-oriented amenities.
Lawson ACT 2617
Lawson is a modern suburb in the Belconnen district of Canberra, located approximately 12 kilometres northwest of the Canberra CBD. Developed primarily in the 2010s, the suburb features contemporary housing including detached homes, townhouses, and apartments. Lawson has a growing population and is designed around sustainable urban principles with generous green spaces and pedestrian-friendly streetscapes. The suburb sits at an elevation of 592 metres within the Australian Capital Territory.
Kingston ACT 2604
Kingston is a vibrant inner suburb of Canberra, postcode 2604, located approximately 3 kilometres south-east of the Canberra CBD. With a 2021 Census population of 6,579 — a remarkable jump from 4,424 in 2016 — Kingston has undergone significant urban renewal and apartment development, making it one of the fastest-growing inner suburbs in the ACT. Covering 1.4 square kilometres at an elevation of 564 metres within the ACT Unincorporated area, Kingston offers an active lifestyle precinct that is highly sought after by young professionals and established couples. The median household income is notably high, reflecting the area's premium inner-city appeal.
Barton ACT 2600
Barton is a prestigious inner suburb of Canberra, situated approximately 2 kilometres south-east of the Canberra CBD (Civic) within the Parliamentary Triangle precinct. With a population of 1,946 and a median weekly household income of $2,462 — among the highest in the ACT — Barton is home to a concentration of senior public servants, diplomats, and professionals. The suburb has a median age of 39 and a predominantly apartment-based housing mix, reflecting its high-density, inner-city character.
Calwell ACT 2905
Calwell is an established suburb in Canberra's Tuggeranong district, around 20 km south of the city centre. It has a relatively large population and a family-oriented demographic profile, with detached homes and well-planned residential streets. Developed in the late 20th century, the suburb forms part of Canberra's structured town-centre and neighbourhood model. Its character is suburban, practical and community-focused, with easy connections to nearby employment and services.
Giralang ACT 2617
Giralang is a well-established suburb in the Belconnen district of Canberra, located 12 kilometres north-northwest of the CBD. Named from a Wiradhuri Aboriginal word meaning "star", the suburb was established in 1974 and has a population of around 3,370. With a median age of 38 and high median household income of $2,447 per week, Giralang is a solidly middle-class residential area with a mix of original homes and renovated properties.
Ainslie ACT 2602
Ainslie is an established inner-north suburb of Canberra, located just 3 kilometres from the CBD in the North Canberra district. With a population of around 5,400 residents, it is a well-regarded residential area known for its heritage-listed homes from the 1920s and 1930s. Originally a predominantly blue-collar suburb with significant public housing, Ainslie has gradually gentrified into one of Canberra's most sought-after addresses, with properties regularly exceeding $1 million.
Evatt ACT 2617
Evatt is an established residential suburb in Canberra's Belconnen district, postcode 2617, within the ACT Unincorporated area. With a 2021 Census population of 5,531 — growing modestly from 5,327 in 2016 — Evatt is a mature suburban community sitting at 598 metres elevation, covering approximately 3.1 square kilometres. Located approximately 12 kilometres north-west of the Canberra CBD, Evatt was developed primarily during the 1970s and 1980s and offers the spacious block sizes characteristic of that era. Median household income is around the Canberra-wide median, reflecting a diverse mix of working families.
Banks ACT 2906
Banks is a residential suburb in Canberra's Tuggeranong district, situated in the Australian Capital Territory at an elevation of 631 metres in the city's southern reaches. With a population of 5,100 across just 2.25 square kilometres, it is a compact, well-established suburb with a relatively young demographic — the median age is 35 — and a median household income of ,419 per week, comfortably above the national average. The suburb is characterised by a mix of family homes, townhouses, and a diverse community with residents of Australian, English, Irish, Indian, and Filipino heritage.
Gilmore ACT 2905
Gilmore is a suburban neighbourhood in the Tuggeranong district of Canberra, ACT, located 21 kilometres south of Canberra CBD. With a population of 2,706 at the 2021 census, it covers 2 square kilometres at an elevation of 661 metres. The suburb was established in 1985 and named after Dame Mary Gilmore, the renowned Australian poet and journalist. Streets are named after journalists, particularly female journalists, reflecting the suburb's commemorative theme.
Watson ACT 2602
Watson is an established inner-north suburb of Canberra, located approximately 5 kilometres from the CBD in the North Canberra district. With a population of around 5,860 residents, it has a younger demographic profile with an average age of 20-39 and a significant renter population at 41%. The suburb is characterised by a mix of original 1960s homes, townhouses, and newer apartment developments.
Oxley ACT 2903
Oxley is a small, established residential suburb in Canberra's Tuggeranong district, postcode 2903, within the ACT Unincorporated area. With a 2021 Census population of 1,703 — virtually unchanged from 1,693 in 2016 — Oxley is a stable, quiet community at 618 metres elevation covering approximately 1.1 square kilometres. Located approximately 15 kilometres south of the Canberra CBD, the suburb was developed in the 1980s and is a predominantly low-density residential area with good green space and a calm suburban character.
Franklin ACT 2913
Franklin is a modern suburb in the Gungahlin district of Canberra, located approximately 11 kilometres north-north-west of the CBD. With a population of around 7,480, the suburb was established in 2007 and is named after novelist Miles Franklin. Franklin covers 2.3 square kilometres at an elevation of 611 metres and is one of Gungahlin's newer residential developments. The suburb features a mix of detached houses and townhouses with a predominantly young demographic.
Pearce ACT 2607
Pearce is a leafy residential suburb in Canberra's Woden Valley district, situated approximately 14 kilometres south-south-west of the Canberra CBD. Established in 1967 and named after Sir George Pearce, Australia's longest-serving Senator and Minister, the suburb has a population of 2,687 with a median age of 43. The area offers a comfortable, established lifestyle with household incomes above the national average and a compact 1.7 square kilometre footprint that lends itself to a close-knit neighbourhood feel.
📊 Methodology
Rankings use median weekly household income from the ABS Census 2021 (Table G02 — Selected Medians and Averages). Only suburbs (SAL geographies) in Australian Capital Territory with a Census 2021 population of at least 200 residents are included to avoid noise from very small areas. Ties are broken by total population (larger first). Annual figures are simple weekly × 52 — actual reported annual income from the ATO will differ.