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Cootamundra

NSW 2590 • Rest of NSW

6,885
Population (2021)
$30,524
Median Income
888.40 km²
Area
337m
Elevation

About Cootamundra

Cootamundra is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Gundagai (Area) area. With a population of 6,885 and a median income of $30,524, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 888.40 km² at an elevation of 337m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 337m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Cootamundra offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Cootamundra falls under postcode 2590 and is governed by Gundagai Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Cootamundra electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2590
Urban Area
Cootamundra
LGA
Gundagai
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Cootamundra
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-34.63°, 148.03°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
888.40 km²
Elevation
337m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    26-30 Bourke Street Cootamundra 2590 NSW

🎓 Schools

🏛️ Heritage-Listed Places

There are 5 heritage-listed places in or near Cootamundra, listed on the NSW State Heritage Register.

Cootamundra West Railway Station group
Cootamundra-Griffith railway Cootamundra • SHR #01119
Bethungra Spiral
Main Southern railway, Bethungra • SHR #01026
Cootamundra Railway Station and yard group
Main Southern railway Cootamundra • SHR #01118
Cootamundra Aboriginal Girls' Training Home
39 Rinkin Street Cootamundra • SHR #01873
Cootamundra former No.3 AIFD (World War II Aviation Fuel Depot)
219 Sutton St Cootamundra • SHR #01943

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$220
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,149
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
51 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
6,782
Census 2021
6,885
▲ 1.5% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$27,144
Income 2021
$30,524
▲ 12.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,905
Born Overseas 478

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 144
  • 2. New Zealand 61
  • 3. Philippines 32
  • 4. Germany 21
  • 5. Fiji 17
  • 6. Scotland 17
  • 7. South Africa 14
  • 8. Indonesia 10
  • 9. Nepal 10
  • 10. Netherlands 10
  • 11. United States 10
  • 12. India 9
  • 13. China 8
  • 14. Ireland 8
  • 15. Italy 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 3,062
Australian 3,009
Irish 966
Scottish 673
Australian Aboriginal 466
German 290
Italian 76
Dutch 65
Filipino 39
Chinese 30

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

5,421
Both parents born in Australia
553
Both parents born overseas
442
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
63.9%
No Religion
27.3%
Buddhism
0.4%
Hinduism
0.2%
Islam
0.2%
Judaism
0.1%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
342 (5.0%)
5-14 years
810 (11.8%)
15-19 years
356 (5.2%)
20-24 years
284 (4.1%)
25-34 years
563 (8.2%)
35-44 years
616 (8.9%)
45-54 years
748 (10.9%)
55-64 years
1,009 (14.7%)
65-74 years
1,136 (16.5%)
75-84 years
750 (10.9%)
85+ years
271 (3.9%)

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