Temora

Temora is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

Temora's population was 6,576 as of May 2026, a decrease of 27 people from the 2021 Census figure of 6,603. This decline is inferred from ABS data showing an estimated resident population of 6,576 in June 2025 and 18 validated new addresses since the Census date. Temora's population density was 1.9 persons per square kilometer as of May 2026. While Temora saw a 0.4% decline from the 2021 Census, its SA4 region grew by 2.2%, indicating divergent trends. Overseas migration primarily drove growth in the area during recent periods. 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.

Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future trends suggest a population increase just below the median of regional areas nationally, with an expected expansion of 319 persons to 2041 based on the latest annual ERP population numbers, reflecting a total gain of 4.8% over the 16 years.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Temora according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

Temora has seen approximately 37 new homes approved annually. Between financial years FY21 and FY25189 homes were approved, with a further 36 approved in FY26 to date. Despite population decline during this period, housing supply has remained adequate relative to demand, maintaining a balanced market with good buyer choice.

The average expected construction cost of new dwellings is $286,000, aligning with regional patterns. In FY26, Temora has seen $20.3 million in commercial approvals, indicating moderate levels of commercial development. Compared to the Rest of NSW, Temora exhibits moderately higher construction activity, 16.0% above the regional average per person over the five-year period, while supporting existing property values and maintaining good buyer choice.

Recent construction comprises 82.0% detached houses and 18.0% medium and high-density housing, preserving the area's traditional low density character focused on family homes. Temora reflects a low-density area with around 188 people per approval. According to AreaSearch quarterly estimates, Temora is projected to add 319 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, offering favorable conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Temora has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 46thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified nine projects that could affect this region. Notable projects include Dustin Rose Estate, SkyPark Temora, Temora Cellars Drive Through, and Moses Mitre 10 Rural & Trade. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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While Temora retains a healthy unemployment rate of 3.4%, recent employment declines have impacted its national performance ranking

Temora has a balanced workforce with diverse sector representation and an unemployment rate of 3.4% as of December 2025. There are 2,843 residents in work, which is below Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%. Workforce participation in Temora is 54.4%, compared to Regional NSW's 60.5%.

According to Census responses, 13.0% of residents work from home. Employment is concentrated in agriculture, forestry & fishing (4.2 times the regional level), health care & social assistance (11.9%), and education & training. Over the year to December 2025, labour force levels decreased by 3.0%, employment declined by 3.4%, causing unemployment to rise by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts national employment growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years.

Applying these projections to Temora's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.5% over five years and 11.9% over ten years.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

The Temora SA2's median income among taxpayers was $45,605 in financial year 2023. The average income stood at $54,199 during the same period. This compares to regional NSW figures of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. By March 2026, estimates based on a 10.32% Wage Price Index growth project median income at approximately $50,311 and average income at around $59,792. According to the 2021 Census, household, family, and personal incomes in Temora ranked between the 11th and 17th percentiles nationally. The largest income segment comprised 27.5% earning $400-$799 weekly (1,808 residents), unlike broader trends where 29.9% fell within the $1,500-$2,999 range. Despite modest housing costs allowing for 90.3% income retention, total disposable income ranked at just the 17th percentile nationally.

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

Dwelling structure in Temora, as evaluated at the latest Census, consisted of 92.7% houses and 7.3% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compared to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Temora was at 51.8%, with the rest of dwellings either mortgaged (24.8%) or rented (23.4%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Temora was $1,083, below Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure was recorded at $220, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Temora's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

Temora features high concentrations of lone person households, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households account for 66.1% of all households, consisting of 23.5% couples with children, 31.9% couples without children, and 9.7% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 33.9%, with lone person households at 32.3% and group households comprising 1.5% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Temora faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area's university qualification rate is 14.0%, significantly lower than NSW's average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.9%, followed by graduate diplomas (1.7%) and postgraduate qualifications (1.4%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 38.3% of residents aged 15+ holding them; advanced diplomas account for 7.4% and certificates for 30.9%. Educational participation is high, with 26.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education: 10.6% in primary, 7.8% in secondary, and 1.9% in tertiary education.

Educational participation is notably high, with 26.3% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.6% in primary education, 7.8% in secondary education, and 1.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Temora has 313 active public transport stops, consisting of both train and bus services. These stops are served by 23 different routes that collectively facilitate 218 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport options is rated as excellent, with residents typically residing just 187 meters from the nearest stop. As a predominantly residential area, most commuters travel outward. The car remains the primary mode of transportation for 88% of residents, while 9% walk to their destinations. On average, there are 1.5 vehicles per household in Temora.

According to the 2021 Census, only 13.0% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions. The service frequency averages 31 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately 0 weekly trips per individual stop. A map accompanies this data, showcasing the 100 nearest stops to the location's centerpoint.

Health performance in Temora is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Temora faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are high among both younger and older age cohorts, with common health conditions somewhat prevalent. Private health cover is very low at approximately 47% of the total population (around 3,077 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and the national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis and asthma, affecting 11.3 and 9.8% of residents respectively. However, 61.5% of residents declare themselves completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Regional NSW. The working-age population faces notable health challenges due to elevated chronic condition rates. Temora has 28.9% of its residents aged 65 and over (around 1,902 people), which is higher than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. National rankings for this age group are even higher than the general population.

The latest Census data sees Temora placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Temora's population, as of the 2016 Census, was predominantly born in Australia at 94.2%, with 93.3% being citizens and 97.2% speaking English only at home. Christianity was the main religion, accounting for 72.0% of Temora's population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW. The top three ancestry groups were Australian (32.9%), English (32.4%), and Irish (9.9%).

Notably, German ancestry was overrepresented at 7.0%, Scottish at 8.5%, while Australian Aboriginal was underrepresented at 2.6%.

Temora hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Temora's median age of 48 years is significantly higher than Regional NSW's 43 and the Australian median of 38. The age profile shows that 14.6% of Temora's population is aged between 65 and 74, which is particularly prominent compared to other age groups and higher than the national average of 9.4%. In contrast, the 25 to 34 age group makes up only 7.7% of Temora's population, smaller than the Regional NSW average. Post-2021 Census data shows that the 75 to 84 age group has grown from 8.9% to 10.4%, while the 15 to 24 cohort has increased from 10.4% to 11.8%. However, the 55 to 64 age cohort has declined from 14.5% to 13.2%. Demographic modeling suggests that Temora's age profile will evolve significantly by 2041. The 45 to 54 age cohort is projected to grow steadily, expanding by 134 people (18%) from 737 to 872. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 65 to 74 and 15 to 24 cohorts.