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Corowa has an estimated 5,628 residents, up 0.6% since the 2021 Census, with 92 projects tracked in the area around Corowa.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Situated 237 kilometres north-northeast from Melbourne CBD along the scenic Murray River in New South Wales, the Corowa Statistical Area (Lv2) forms a vibrant rural hub paired with twin town Wahgunyah, celebrated for its colonial history, award-winning wineries, flourishing vineyards, and thriving organic farming. As of Aug 2026, the estimated resident population (ERP) stands at approximately 5,628, demonstrating minimal change since the 5,595 residents recorded at the 2021 Census after incorporating validated new addresses. The community features modest population growth patterns and maintains an above-average number of children per family alongside a smaller average household size.
Corowa's residential landscape is characterised by exceptional sales turnover relative to population size, high levels of outright home ownership, and affordable dwelling options. The local demographic is defined by an elevated presence of people aged 75 to 84, alongside a considerable share of retirement-age and elderly individuals residing in lone person households.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 5,589 in 2001 and 5,618 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 5,628 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 65 to 74, 15.5%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 27.8%.
Corowa ranks in the 92nd percentile nationally for sales activity and the 67th for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in Corowa is $460 a week, up 10.2% over 12 months to Jun 2026 and 21% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 5.0%.
21% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $258 in 2017, $486 in 2026. The latest is to Jun 2026.
Some rents are estimated from nearby areas.
Yield is indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools.
| Address | Sale price | Settled | Address type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 354 Honour Avenue, Corowa NSW 2646 | $465,000 | 25 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 3/196 Hume Street, Corowa NSW 2646 | $305,000 | 24 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 62 Lawrence Street, Corowa NSW 2646 | $340,000 | 18 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 11 Katrina Circuit, Corowa NSW 2646 | $403,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 1/220 Hume Street, Corowa NSW 2646 | $375,000 | 10 Sep 2026 | Unit |
| 9 Birdwood Street, Corowa NSW 2646 | $470,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 195 Church Street, Corowa NSW 2646 | $455,000 | 9 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Martin Street, Corowa NSW 2646 | $370,000 | 4 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 4/73 Tower Street, Corowa NSW 2646 | $315,000 | 31 Aug 2026 | Unit |
| 2/267 Honour Avenue, Corowa NSW 2646 | $537,000 | 28 Aug 2026 | Unit |
The 10 most recent of the 45 residential sales recorded since 12 Jun 2026 (the latest settled 25 Sep 2026), newest first. The median of these 45, houses and units together, was $470,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to September 2026. Commercial, vacant land and nominal sales are left out. Unit means the address has a unit number; a street address has none.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $460 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent over 12 months | +10.2% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 5.0% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $479k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $370k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median price, latest residential sales | $470,000 | Median of the 45 most recent residential sales, settled 12 Jun 2026 to 25 Sep 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch | |
| Median rent, houses | $486 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent for houses over 12 months | +8.0% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, units | $345 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 5.2% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Gross rental yield, units | 4.8% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Upper Murray exc. Albury | $465 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Upper Murray exc. Albury, over 12 months | +8.9% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Murray | $492 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Murray, over 12 months | +7.1% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Regional NSW | $580 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Regional NSW, over 12 months | +6.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, NSW | $715 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 84 tracked applications: 34 approved, 9 under assessment, 41 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 92 projects in and around Corowa, 17 of them under construction.
A proposed 100 MW / 200 MWh Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on a 2-3 hectare site adjacent to the existing Essential Energy Corowa…
JBS Pork Australia (formerly Rivalea) is investing over $400 million to modernise pork farming operations across the Federation Council…
The redevelopment includes a 23,662 square metre roof over livestock pens, a new office building, an expanded truck wash for biosecurity…
A 39 MW ground-mounted solar PV project over 92 hectares, expected to power 13,000 households and offset 59,000 tons of CO2 emissions…
Modern 80-bed residential aged care facility with specialised dementia care units, rehabilitation services, and community day care programs.
Proposed Stage 2 expansion of The Sebel Yarrawonga, a 4.5-star luxury hotel and serviced apartment resort on the shores of Lake Mulwala…
Significant expansion of existing medical centre to include additional consultation rooms, specialist services, diagnostic equipment, and…
Multi-purpose cultural facility featuring performance spaces, art galleries, workshop areas, and community meeting rooms.
Multi-stage development featuring new state-of-the-art library, community meeting spaces, gallery/foyer spaces, caf'/commercial kitchen…
Integrated transport facility combining bus services, ride-share facilities, and park-and-ride options.
State-of-the-art STEM learning facility featuring modern science laboratories, technology workshops, robotics lab, and collaborative…
A new facility to be built at Wodonga TAFE's Logic campus to provide an introduction to advanced manufacturing and prototyping capabilities.
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Estimated completion year of the 43 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 1, 2026 18, 2027 12, 2028 6, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 0, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 3. 22 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 84 substantial development applications lodged in and around Corowa over the past 5 years, 55 in the last 12 months; 9 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 7, 2023 10, 2024 6, 2025 6, 2026 (to Oct) 53.
Key application 143 Whitehead Street, Corowa Mixed Use | $16m Under Assessment
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 84 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 55 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 1.8 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 10 | ABS building approvals | 19th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 34 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 9 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Corowa SA2 include: JBS Rivalea Corowa Grower Farm (Under Assessment); Corowa Battery Energy Storage System (Under Assessment); and Corowa Regional Saleyards Redevelopment Project (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Key infrastructure sectors impacting the Corowa SA2 include Agriculture & Rural Development and Energy.
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Corowa, placing the area among the bottom 17% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Corowa SA2 area has seen 21 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Corowa SA2's current population of 5,628 has been supported by 10 approvals on average over recent years.
The Corowa SA2 has seen 1.8 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 5.7 approvals in Regional NSW. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 542 people in the Corowa SA2, compared to one for every 183 in Regional NSW.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Corowa SA2's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 10, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the population in the Corowa SA2 has grown by approximately 44 people, while 49 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 0.9 people added for each new dwelling approval. This low ratio indicates housing supply is outpacing population growth, potentially creating market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
Corowa has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 5,628 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +0.6% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 73 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 26th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 5,595 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 33 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.5% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +1.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 77.13 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Corowa SA2 was estimated to be approximately 5,628 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 5,618 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The corowa sa2 has added approximately 33 people and shown a 0.59% increase from the 5,595 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Corowa SA2 is estimated at 73 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Corowa SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the Corowa SA2 is driven by: Overseas migration (59.8%), Interstate migration (40.2%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 59.8% of overall population gains.
Corowa ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 52 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 94th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 32.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 14.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 19.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 42.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 52 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 4.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 9.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 10.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 8.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 8.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 14.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 12.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 4.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Corowa SA2 at 52 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 52 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 52 years as at August 2026, Corowa is 9 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 14 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Corowa SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 75 - 84 group, making up 12.8% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Corowa SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 35 - 44 group, making up 8.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Corowa SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most over-represented age groups are 85+ year-olds (4.5% vs 2.9%) and 75-84 year-olds (12.8% vs 8.2%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 14.1% of the population in the Corowa SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 32.8% of the population in the Corowa SA2 as at August 2026.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 12% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $50,894 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 18th percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $58,813 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,130 | 2021 Census, weekly | 9th percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $634 | 2021 Census, weekly | 16th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 9.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,551 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 36.7% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Corowa SA2 is approximately $54,141. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $50,894.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Corowa SA2 is approximately $62,565. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $58,813.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Corowa SA2 is approximately $54,141 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $50,894 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Corowa SA2 is approximately $62,565 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $58,813 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Corowa SA2's households (~27.8% / 669 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Corowa SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 27.8% of households. In comparison, Regional NSW's largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 29.9% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the Corowa SA2 is $1,130/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Corowa SA2 is $1,551/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Corowa SA2 is $634/wk.
According to AreaSearch's aggregation of the latest postcode level ATO data released for FY-24, the Corowa SA2 had a median income among taxpayers of $50,894 with the average level standing at $58,813. This is lower than average on a national basis and compares to levels of $55,733 and $69,112 across Regional NSW respectively. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $54,141 (median) and $62,565 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Corowa SA2 is $4,311 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The corowa sa2's disposable income is $4,311 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Corowa shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 4.4% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 58.1% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 2,620 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 5,507 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 2,740 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Corowa SA2 has approximately 2,620 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 4.4%. This healthy unemployment rate suggests a well-functioning labour market. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Corowa SA2 stands at 4.4%, which is broadly in line with Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Corowa SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are manufacturing (19.4% of employment), health care & social assistance (13.3%), and retail trade (10.8%). Other significant employers include accommodation & food and construction.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Corowa SA2 has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Corowa SA2 is 58.1%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This moderate participation rate suggests some residents may face barriers to workforce entry. The local rate trailing the Regional NSW average of 60.6%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional NSW.
The corowa sa2 shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 19.4% of the local workforce compared to 5.8% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 3.3, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area.
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The corowa sa2's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.0% growth, ranking 18th out of 37 regions nationally.
Corowa faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 8.6% | 2021 Census | 7th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 10th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 12.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.8% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.1% | 2021 Census | 19th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 47.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 22.9% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 1.6% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 8.3% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 7.4% | 2021 Census | 35th percentile nationally |
12.0% of people aged 15 and over in the Corowa SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
47.2% of people aged 15 and over in the Corowa SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The corowa sa2 ranks in the 18th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Corowa SA2 are: Certificate (31.8%), Advanced Diploma (9.1%), Bachelor Degree (8.6%).
22.9% of the population in the Corowa SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 8.3% in primary school, 7.4% in secondary school, 1.6% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Corowa SA2 is 973, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 4 schools within the Corowa SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 657 students.
The corowa sa2 includes 3 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Corowa features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.1 people | 2021 Census | 9th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 35.8% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 18.7% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 32.3% | 2021 Census | 80th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.3% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 2,405 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 2,419 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 62.0% | 2021 Census | 16th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.1 per family | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Corowa SA2 had 2,405 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 2,419 households today.
The average household size in the Corowa SA2 is 2.1 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 62.0% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (35.8%), group households (2.1%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 1,491 family households, couples with children account for 18.7% of all households, couples without children at home 32.3%, and single parent families 10.3%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Corowa SA2 shows distinct household patterns. Lone person households are notably over-represented at 35.8% (versus 27.9% in Regional NSW). Conversely, family households are under-represented at 62.0% compared to 68.8% in Regional NSW. This higher proportion of single-person households drives demand for smaller dwellings and different community services.
Families in the Corowa SA2 have an average of 2.1 children, slightly above the Regional NSW average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 46.0% of the adult population are currently married, while 28.5% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 35.8% of all households in the Corowa SA2, higher than the average for Regional NSW of 27.9%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.1% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
The latest Census data sees Corowa placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 8.4% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 2.8% | 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 97.2% | 2021 Census | 91st percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 92.0% | 2021 Census | 90th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 91.6% | 2021 Census | 92nd percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 1.8% | 2021 Census | 57th percentile nationally |
Corowa was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 92.0% of its population being citizens, 91.6% born in Australia, and 97.2% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Corowa was found to be Christianity, which makes up 59.3% of people in Corowa. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Corowa are English, comprising 33.5% of the population, Australian, comprising 33.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 9.9% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: Scottish is notably overrepresented at 9.0% of Corowa (vs 8.0% across Regional NSW), German at 3.3% (vs 3.1%) and Welsh at 0.5% (vs 0.5%).
8.4% of the Corowa SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
2.8% of the population in the Corowa SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
1.8% of the Corowa SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
92.0% of the Corowa SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Corowa is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 24.7% | 2021 Census | 40th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 47.4% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 83.7% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,213 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 14th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 28.0% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 14.9% | 2021 Census | 72nd percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $230 | 2021 Census, weekly | 9th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.4% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 24.8% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 57th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Corowa SA2, 47.4% of homes are owned outright, 28.0% are owned with a mortgage, and 24.7% are rented.
According to the latest data, 83.7% of dwellings in the Corowa SA2 are houses.
In the Corowa SA2, 0.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 14.9% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Corowa SA2 stands at 47.4%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Corowa SA2 is $1,213, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Corowa SA2 is $585, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Corowa SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 24.8% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.4% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Corowa SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Corowa SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 24.8% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 20.4% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Corowa SA2 consists of 83.7% detached houses, 14.9% semi-detached dwellings, 0.1% apartments, and 1.2% other dwelling types.
Housing in Corowa consumes approximately 12.0% of median household income ($4,893 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Corowa show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 16% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 84% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. The area shows minimal growth in housing density compared to other Australian locations.
Health performance in Corowa is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 47.2% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 11th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 57.2% | 2021 Census | 3rd percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 7.7% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 68.3% | 2021 Census | 6th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 3.1% | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
Around 47.2% of people in the Corowa SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Corowa SA2, 7.7% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.8% of people in the Corowa SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 5.7% of the Corowa SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
6.0% of people in the Corowa SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Corowa SA2, 47.2% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional NSW sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 52.2%.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 41 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 41st percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 93 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 69th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 250 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 17th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 60 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 20 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.2 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 6.7% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 93 public transport stops within the Corowa SA2.
The Corowa SA2 has 250 weekly trips across 20 routes, averaging 35 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 176 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 763 m away and the nearest child care centre 849 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 93 stops nearby, 250 weekly trips, access rating 41 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 41 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 41st percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 763 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 849 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 1.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest hospital | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 1.6 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 31.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 39.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 45.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
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06About this profile
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AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Corowa, placing the area among the bottom 17% of areas assessed nationally.
Corowa has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 33% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Corowa's affordable property market has recorded 177 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 84% residential, 8% commercial and 8% vacant land transactions.
Corowa has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch.
Corowa ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide.
The area's income levels rank in the lower 12% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data.
Corowa shows employment indicators that trail behind approximately 70% of regions assessed across Australia.
Corowa faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Corowa features high concentrations of lone person households and couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
The latest Census data sees Corowa placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics.
Corowa is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health performance in Corowa is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is moderate compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be below the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
Corowa has an estimated 5,628 residents, up 0.6% since the 2021 Census, with 92 projects tracked in the area around Corowa.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for Corowa.
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Refreshed . Sales to Sep 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 14 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb or locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (109031180). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses ABS Statistical Area Level 2 (SA2) boundaries for statistical reporting (for example census and ERP). SA2 areas can differ materially from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries, even when they share similar names, because they are defined for different purposes and often use different geographic boundaries.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for Corowa from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares Corowa with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.