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Mount Austin

NSW 2650 • Rest of NSW

4,035
Population (2021)
$31,824
Median Income
2.57 km²
Area
224m
Elevation

About Mount Austin

Mount Austin is an accessible, family-friendly suburb in New South Wales, located within the Wagga Wagga (City) area. With a population of 4,035 and a median income of $31,824, the suburb attracts families, first-home buyers, and a diverse multicultural community. Covering 2.57 km² at an elevation of 224m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 224m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Mount Austin offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Mount Austin 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 - West
LGA
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.14°, 147.36°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
2.57 km²
Elevation
224m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$250
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,148
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
37 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,957
Census 2021
4,035
▲ 2.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$25,792
Income 2021
$31,824
▲ 23.4% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,166
Born Overseas 479

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. Iraq 155
  • 2. England 47
  • 3. Myanmar 34
  • 4. Malaysia 23
  • 5. New Zealand 19
  • 6. Philippines 19
  • 7. China 14
  • 8. Iran 13
  • 9. Afghanistan 11
  • 10. India 11
  • 11. Fiji 9
  • 12. Vietnam 6
  • 13. Turkey 5
  • 14. Wales 5
  • 15. Germany 4

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 1,585
English 1,476
Irish 407
Scottish 373
Australian Aboriginal 370
German 204
Italian 43
Dutch 33
Chinese 31
Filipino 21

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,771
Both parents born in Australia
604
Both parents born overseas
244
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
48.9%
No Religion
33.1%
Islam
1.1%
Buddhism
0.8%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
312 (7.7%)
5-14 years
520 (12.9%)
15-19 years
205 (5.1%)
20-24 years
320 (7.9%)
25-34 years
544 (13.5%)
35-44 years
478 (11.8%)
45-54 years
366 (9.1%)
55-64 years
438 (10.9%)
65-74 years
390 (9.7%)
75-84 years
287 (7.1%)
85+ years
179 (4.4%)

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