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Boorooma

NSW 2650 • Rest of NSW

1,741
Population (2021)
$55,120
Median Income
1.50 km²
Area
201m
Elevation

About Boorooma

Boorooma is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Wagga Wagga (City) area. With a population of 1,741 and a median income of $55,120, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 1.50 km² at an elevation of 201m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 201m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Boorooma offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Boorooma falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by Wagga Wagga Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
Wagga Wagga - Surrounds
LGA
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.07°, 147.37°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
1.50 km²
Elevation
201m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There is 1 heritage-listed place in or near Boorooma, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Bomen Railway Station
Main Southern railway Bomen NSW 2650 • SHR #01093

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$415
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
3 people
Median Age
27 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
863
Census 2021
1,741
▲ 101.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$41,756
Income 2021
$55,120
▲ 32.0% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 1,377
Born Overseas 330

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 79
  • 2. China 50
  • 3. Iraq 28
  • 4. England 22
  • 5. Pakistan 20
  • 6. Philippines 19
  • 7. New Zealand 15
  • 8. Vietnam 11
  • 9. Fiji 7
  • 10. Italy 6
  • 11. Bangladesh 5
  • 12. Nepal 5
  • 13. Egypt 4
  • 14. Iran 4
  • 15. Myanmar 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 698
English 595
Irish 171
Scottish 166
Indian 107
German 85
Australian Aboriginal 78
Chinese 66
Italian 33
Filipino 28

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,171
Both parents born in Australia
405
Both parents born overseas
126
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.1%
No Religion
36.3%
Islam
3.3%
Hinduism
1.7%
Buddhism
1.4%
Sikhism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
208 (11.9%)
5-14 years
246 (14.1%)
15-19 years
93 (5.3%)
20-24 years
211 (12.1%)
25-34 years
421 (24.2%)
35-44 years
268 (15.4%)
45-54 years
139 (8.0%)
55-64 years
63 (3.6%)
65-74 years
52 (3.0%)
75-84 years
24 (1.4%)
85+ years
3 (0.2%)

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