Googong

NSW 2620 • Rest of NSW

7,444
Population (2021)
$81,952
Median Income
71.90 km²
Area
764m
Elevation

About Googong

Googong is an upscale, prestigious suburb in New South Wales, located within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional (Area) area. With a population of 7,444 and a median income of $81,952, the suburb attracts established professionals, executives, and affluent families. Covering 71.90 km² at an elevation of 764m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

The area offers a peaceful rural lifestyle with open spaces, local farms, and a tight-knit community atmosphere. Residents enjoy the tranquility of country living while still having access to essential amenities. Googong is ideal for those seeking a slower pace of life away from the urban hustle.

Googong falls under postcode 2620 and is governed by Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2620
Urban Area
N/A
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Rural
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.44°, 149.23°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
71.90 km²
Elevation
764m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$525
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$2,600
Avg Household Size
3.1 people
Median Age
32 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
2,690
Census 2021
7,444
176.7% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$64,168
Income 2021
$81,952
27.7% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 5,812
Born Overseas 1,387

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. India 278
  • 2. England 199
  • 3. Philippines 90
  • 4. New Zealand 84
  • 5. South Africa 72
  • 6. North Macedonia 45
  • 7. Fiji 42
  • 8. United States 39
  • 9. Pakistan 30
  • 10. Italy 28
  • 11. China 27
  • 12. Malaysia 27
  • 13. Scotland 21
  • 14. Singapore 21
  • 15. South Korea 20

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 3,081
English 2,428
Irish 721
Scottish 671
Italian 440
Indian 336
German 285
Australian Aboriginal 183
Macedonian 167
Filipino 135

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,138
Both parents born in Australia
2,026
Both parents born overseas
1,014
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
50.5%
No Religion
36.5%
Hinduism
3.3%
Islam
2.1%
Sikhism
2.0%
Buddhism
0.8%
Judaism
0.2%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
904 (12.1%)
5-14 years
1,187 (15.9%)
15-19 years
349 (4.7%)
20-24 years
305 (4.1%)
25-34 years
1,402 (18.8%)
35-44 years
1,471 (19.8%)
45-54 years
892 (12.0%)
55-64 years
502 (6.7%)
65-74 years
307 (4.1%)
75-84 years
112 (1.5%)
85+ years
14 (0.2%)

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