Junee

An assessment of population growth drivers in Junee reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

Junee's population was approximately 6,362 as of May 2026, according to AreaSearch's analysis. This figure represents an increase of 11 people since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 6,351. The increase is inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,350 in June 2025 and 41 new addresses validated since the Census date. This results in a population density of 3.2 persons per square kilometer. Junee's growth rate of 0.2% since the census is comparable to its SA4 region's growth of 2.2%, indicating strong fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 84.6% of recent population gains.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. These projections indicate an above median population growth for non-metropolitan Australia, with Junee expected to increase by 796 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 12.3% over the 16-year period.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development drivers sees a low level of activity in Junee, placing the area among the bottom 25% of areas assessed nationally

Junee has recorded approximately 29 residential properties granted approval annually over the past five financial years, totalling 147 homes. As of FY-26, 8 approvals have been recorded. The population has fallen during this period, yet housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, resulting in a well-balanced market with good buyer choice. New dwellings are developed at an average cost of $330,000.

This financial year has seen $8.2 million in commercial approvals, indicating limited focus on commercial development. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Junee maintains similar construction rates per person, preserving market equilibrium consistent with surrounding areas. New development consists of 83.0% standalone homes and 17.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining the area's low density nature with an emphasis on detached housing attracting space-seeking buyers.

The estimated population per dwelling approval is 382 people, reflecting its quiet, low activity development environment. Future projections estimate Junee adding 782 residents by 2041 (from the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate). Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should readily meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Junee has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects likely impacting the region. Notable ones are Athenium Theatre Upgrade, Waterworks Road Planning Proposal, Junee Licorice and Chocolate Factory Revamp, and Inland Rail - Illabo to Stockinbingal. The following list details those most relevant.

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The employment landscape in Junee presents a mixed picture: unemployment remains low at 2.9%, yet recent job losses have affected its comparative national standing

Junee has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue collar jobs, with significant representation in essential services sectors. Its unemployment rate is 2.9%. As of December 2025, 2,534 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.1% lower than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation stands at 48.4%, significantly lower than Regional NSW's 60.5%. According to Census responses, 13.8% of residents work from home. Key industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and manufacturing. Junee specializes in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with an employment share 3.1 times the regional level.

However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, at 12.9% compared to Regional NSW's 16.9%. The area may offer limited local employment opportunities based on Census data. Between December 2024 and December 2025, the labour force decreased by 3.0%, with a corresponding 3.1% decline in employment, leaving unemployment largely unchanged. In comparison, Regional NSW saw an employment decline of 1.2%, labour force decline of 0.8%, and a 0.4 percentage point rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that over five years, national employment is expected to grow by 6.6% and by 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Junee's employment mix indicates potential local employment growth of 5.2% over five years and 11.7% over ten years.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that income in the Junee SA2 is below the national average. The median assessed income is $52,035, while the average income stands at $59,293. This contrasts with Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $52,390 and an average income of $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $57,405 (median) and $65,412 (average) as of March 2026. From the 2021 Census, household, family and personal incomes all rank modestly in Junee, between the 27th and 35th percentiles. The data shows that the predominant cohort spans 30.4% of locals (1,934 people) with incomes ranging from $1,500 to $2,999, aligning with the broader area where this cohort likewise represents 29.9%. Housing costs are manageable with 88.4% retained, though disposable income sits below average at the 33rd percentile.

Junee is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership

Dwelling structure in Junee, as assessed at the latest Census, consisted of 94.4% houses and 5.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings), compared to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Junee was at 41.5%, similar to Regional NSW, with the rest of dwellings either mortgaged (32.5%) or rented (26.1%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in the area was $1,247, lower than the Regional NSW average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $260, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Junee's mortgage repayments are significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents are substantially below the national figure of $375.

Junee has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Family households constitute 68.8% of all households, including 26.4% couples with children, 30.1% couples without children, and 11.4% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 31.2%, with lone person households at 28.2% and group households making up 3.0%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which aligns with the Regional NSW average.

Educational outcomes in Junee fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 15.4%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 11.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (1.9%) and graduate diplomas (1.9%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 46.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (9.7%) and certificates (36.4%). Educational participation is high, with 37.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education, including 14.2% in primary, 10.1% in secondary, and 3.5% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 37.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 14.2% in primary education, 10.1% in secondary education, and 3.5% pursuing tertiary education.

Transport servicing is good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility

Public transport analysis shows that in Junee, there are 303 active transport stops operating, consisting of a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by 34 individual routes, collectively providing 1,586 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent with residents typically located 136 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward. The dominant mode of transport is car at 93%, with 5% walking. Vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, some 13.8% of residents work from home; this figure may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 226 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 5 weekly trips per individual stop. The accompanying map displays the 100 nearest stops to the location centrepoint.

Health performance in Junee is well below average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts

Health data shows significant health challenges in Junee. AreaSearch's assessment found high mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover was low at approximately 48% of the total population (~3,079 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions were arthritis (12.3%) and asthma (10.3%). 60.7% of residents reported being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. Working-age population health challenges include elevated chronic condition rates. Junee has 22.1% of residents aged 65 and over (1,407 people), lower than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, broadly in line with national rankings for the general population.

Junee is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Junee was found to have below average cultural diversity, with 77.3% of its population being citizens, born in Australia at a rate of 90.8%, and speaking English only at home at a rate of 94.3%. Christianity is the main religion in Junee, making up 69.9% of people, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. The top three ancestry groups are Australian (33.7%), English (32.1%), and Irish (10.3%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal representation is higher at 4.0% in Junee versus the regional average of 4.6%, German representation is slightly higher at 3.2% compared to 3.1%, and Chinese representation is notably higher at 1.7% compared to 0.8%.

Junee's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Junee's median age is 41 years, which is lower than Regional NSW's average of 43 but higher than Australia's national average of 38. The age group of 25-34 years has a strong representation in Junee at 14.9%, compared to Regional NSW. However, the 15-24 age group is less prevalent in Junee at 9.8%. According to data from the 2021 Census, the 75-84 age group has grown from 6.0% to 7.5% of the population, while the 65-74 cohort has increased from 11.3% to 12.4%. Conversely, the 15-24 age group has declined from 10.8% to 9.8%. Demographic modeling suggests that Junee's age profile will change significantly by 2041. The 25-34 age group is projected to grow strongly at a rate of 14%, adding 131 residents to reach a total of 1,080. In contrast, population declines are expected for the 65-74 and 15-24 age groups.