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Mount Gambier

SA 5290 • Rest of SA

25,591
Population (2021)
$35,932
Median Income
26.80 km²
Area
54m
Elevation
Regional CityVolcanic LandscapeAffordableCountry Living

About Mount Gambier

Mount Gambier is South Australia's second-largest city, a regional centre of 25,500 built around an extinct volcanic crater 450 kilometres southeast of Adelaide. The Blue Lake's mysterious seasonal colour change draws visitors, while the city serves as the commercial hub for the Limestone Coast region. The unique volcanic landscape includes sinkholes, caves, and distinctive geology.

Life here combines genuine rural character with surprising amenities—good shopping, quality schools, and a lively café culture service the regional population. The forestry, farming, and wine industries provide diverse employment. Mount Gambier attracts families seeking affordable country living, tree-change professionals, and those drawn to its unique landscape and strong community spirit.

Mount Gambier falls under postcode 5290 and is governed by Mount Gambier Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Mount Gambier electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5290
Urban Area
Mount Gambier
LGA
Mount Gambier
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Mount Gambier
Type
Urban
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-37.83°, 140.78°
Statistical Area
Rest of SA
Area
26.80 km²
Elevation
54m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Coles
    11 Ferrers Street Mount Gambier 5290 SA
  • Woolworths
    Mt Gambier Shopping Centre, 145 Commerical Street Mount Gambier 5290 SA

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$220
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,083
Avg Household Size
2.2 people
Median Age
41 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
25,512
Census 2021
25,591
▲ 0.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$30,316
Income 2021
$35,932
▲ 18.5% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 21,181
Born Overseas 2,943

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. England 631
  • 2. New Zealand 214
  • 3. Myanmar 195
  • 4. Thailand 168
  • 5. Philippines 161
  • 6. India 150
  • 7. Netherlands 140
  • 8. Italy 127
  • 9. Scotland 100
  • 10. Germany 94
  • 11. South Africa 93
  • 12. China 57
  • 13. United States 40
  • 14. Malaysia 38
  • 15. Iraq 31

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 10,551
English 10,524
Scottish 2,615
Irish 2,238
German 2,035
Italian 862
Australian Aboriginal 718
Dutch 660
Polish 215
Filipino 207

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

17,791
Both parents born in Australia
3,978
Both parents born overseas
2,277
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
52.4%
Christianity
38.2%
Buddhism
0.6%
Hinduism
0.5%
Islam
0.4%
Sikhism
0.2%
Judaism
0.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
1,405 (5.5%)
5-14 years
3,168 (12.4%)
15-19 years
1,598 (6.2%)
20-24 years
1,405 (5.5%)
25-34 years
3,192 (12.5%)
35-44 years
2,869 (11.2%)
45-54 years
3,113 (12.2%)
55-64 years
3,243 (12.7%)
65-74 years
2,949 (11.5%)
75-84 years
1,847 (7.2%)
85+ years
799 (3.1%)

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