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Tumbarumba has an estimated 3,621 residents, up 2.8% since the 2021 Census, with 135 projects tracked in the area around Tumbarumba.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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Located 119 kilometres west-southwest from Canberra CBD in the scenic foothills of the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales, the Tumbarumba Statistical Area (Lv2) combines natural appeal with an established rural-residential lifestyle. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates Tumbarumba's population to be approximately 3,621 people, reflecting minimal change from the 2021 Census result of 3,522 residents. This latest population estimate date of Aug 2026 incorporates the most recent Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures from the ABS alongside validated new addresses recorded since the Census. Famed for its gold rush heritage, expanding wine industry, forests, and outdoor recreation, the area demonstrates limited expansion patterns alongside an older demographic composition dominated by retirement-aged persons and childless couples.
Economically and residentially, the Tumbarumba Statistical Area (Lv2) is defined by affordable housing options, standalone detached housing, and exceptionally strong outright home ownership, complemented by above-average children per family.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
Located 119 kilometres west-southwest from Canberra CBD in the scenic foothills of the Snowy Mountains in New South Wales, the Tumbarumba Statistical Area (Lv2) combines natural appeal with an established rural-residential lifestyle. As of Aug 2026, AreaSearch estimates Tumbarumba's population to be approximately 3,621 people, reflecting minimal change from the 2021 Census result of 3,522 residents. This latest population estimate date of Aug 2026 incorporates the most recent Estimated Resident Population (ERP) figures from the ABS alongside validated new addresses recorded since the Census. Famed for its gold rush heritage, expanding wine industry, forests, and outdoor recreation, the area demonstrates limited expansion patterns alongside an older demographic composition dominated by retirement-aged persons and childless couples.
Economically and residentially, the Tumbarumba Statistical Area (Lv2) is defined by affordable housing options, standalone detached housing, and exceptionally strong outright home ownership, complemented by above-average children per family.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 3,734 in 2001 and 3,590 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 3,621 (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, 15.9%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 30%.
Tumbarumba ranks in the 74th percentile nationally for infrastructure drivers and the 60th for transport & access.
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 Tumbarumba is $377 a week, for the 12 months to Jun 2026 and 35% below Regional NSW. The gross rental yield across all dwellings is 4.5%.
35% below Regional NSW on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses: $239 in 2017, $386 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 King Street, Tumbarumba NSW 2653 | $405,000 | 1 Oct 2026 | Street address |
| 111 Batlow Road, Tumbarumba NSW 2653 | $385,000 | 21 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 2 King Street, Tumbarumba NSW 2653 | $440,000 | 17 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 87 Murray Street, Tumbarumba NSW 2653 | $515,950 | 11 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 68 Clara Street, Tumbarumba NSW 2653 | $320,000 | 7 Sep 2026 | Street address |
| 23 Murray Street, Tumbarumba NSW 2653 | $390,000 | 31 Aug 2026 | Street address |
| 7 Bradney Street, Khancoban NSW 2642 | $295,000 | 23 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 23 William Street, Tumbarumba NSW 2653 | $360,000 | 21 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 8 Pine Lane, Tumbarumba NSW 2653 | $490,000 | 9 Jul 2026 | Street address |
| 45 Murray Street, Tumbarumba NSW 2653 | $360,000 | 9 Jul 2026 | Street address |
The 10 most recent of the 41 residential sales recorded since 12 Dec 2025 (the latest settled 1 Oct 2026), newest first. The median of these 41, houses and units together, was $410,000 (a different set from the medians above). Source: NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch, to October 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 | $377 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, all dwellings | 4.5% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median house price | $440k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median unit price | $320k | Contract-date median, 2026 to date | |
| Median price, latest residential sales | $410,000 | Median of the 41 most recent residential sales, settled 12 Dec 2025 to 1 Oct 2026, NSW Valuer General / AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, houses | $386 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Gross rental yield, houses | 4.6% | AreaSearch estimate, indicative: rents and sales come from different property pools | |
| Median rent, Tumut - Tumbarumba | $401 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Tumut - Tumbarumba, over 12 months | +7.3% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Median rent, Riverina | $489 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 | |
| Change in median rent, Riverina, over 12 months | +8.1% | 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 | |
| Change in median rent, NSW, over 12 months | +5.6% | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Jun 2026 |
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Status of the 53 tracked applications: 15 approved, 12 under assessment, 26 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
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AreaSearch tracks 135 projects in and around Tumbarumba, 47 of them under construction.
A 450 MW, 1,800 MWh (4-hour) battery energy storage system (BESS) proposed adjacent to Transgrid's 330 kV Lower Tumut Switching Station, approximately 2.8 km south of Talbingo. The State Significant Development will assist in firming the electrical network and providing system services in NSW.
Concept design project to increase raw water storage capacity and secure Batlow's long-term water supply. A draft options study was completed in June 2025, with an updated study due for completion imminently and the concept design on track for completion by end of June 2026.
A major expansion of the Snowy Mountains Hydro-electric Scheme, adding 2,000 megawatts of dispatchable, on-demand renewable power and large-scale energy storage to the National Electricity Market.
The Snowy 2.0 Transmission Connection Project is delivering about 9 km of new 330 kV double-circuit overhead transmission lines from the Snowy 2.0 cable yard at Lobs Hole across the Tumut River to Maragle, plus the Maragle 330 kV switching station and access track upgrades.
Long-term river rehabilitation and bank stabilisation program delivering nature-based erosion control, riparian revegetation, weed management, fish habitat restoration, fencing, off-stream watering points and wetland restoration to improve the health and resilience of the Tumut River while supporting regulated water delivery.
The $50 million redevelopment of Tumut Hospital has delivered a modern, integrated health facility serving the Snowy Valleys region. The project included a new emergency department, inpatient wards, maternity and birthing suite, perioperative suite, and a rehabilitation unit.
The project involves upgrading the non-commercial Tumut Aerodrome to enhance its capacity for regional aerial firefighting and support aeromedical aircraft access.
Snowy 2.0 is a 2,200 MW pumped-hydro expansion of the Snowy Mountains Scheme, linking Tantangara and Talbingo reservoirs via 27 km of tunnels. As of mid-2026, the project is approximately 70% complete with four tunnel boring machines operational, and major excavation of the underground powerhouse cavern transitioning to the fit-out phase.
The Bondo Wind Farm is a large-scale renewable energy project in southern New South Wales within the softwood pine plantations of Bondo State Forest.
Replacement of the Hillas Creek Bridge, a key infrastructure project in the Cootamundra-Gundagai region.
Repairs to the existing main sewer trunk, including pipeline re-lining, manhole repairs, and site rehabilitation.
A proposed subdivision of a portion of the Thredbo Golf Course to create 19 residential lots. The development aims to provide approximately 186 new beds to meet the growing demand for tourist accommodation. The project includes a redesign of the nine-hole golf course and new access roads.
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Estimated completion year of the 53 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 14, 2027 19, 2028 7, 2029 2, 2030 3, 2031 0, 2032 2, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1, 2036 3. 53 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 53 substantial development applications lodged in and around Tumbarumba over the past 5 years, 37 in the last 12 months; 12 are recorded as under assessment. Coverage varies by council.
Applications per year (dashed: part year): 2021 (part year) 2, 2022 7, 2023 4, 2024 2, 2025 2, 2026 (to Oct) 36.
Key application 97 King Street, Tumbarumba Childcare | $2.8m Approved
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 53 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 37 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.0 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 38th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 10 | ABS building approvals | 19th percentile nationally |
| Applications approved | 15 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years | |
| Applications under assessment | 12 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, last 5 years |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the Tumbarumba SA2 include: Talbingo Battery Energy Storage System (Planning) and Batlow Water Security (Concept Design) Project (Planning). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Key infrastructure sectors impacting the Tumbarumba SA2 include Energy and Environmental & Disaster Management.
While specific investment values are not publicly disclosed for all projects impacting the Tumbarumba SA2, the area shows active development across multiple infrastructure categories within 15km.
With an infrastructure score in the top 40%, the Tumbarumba SA2 demonstrates above-average development activity compared to national benchmarks.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Tumbarumba, placing the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the Tumbarumba SA2 area has seen 13 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The Tumbarumba SA2's current population of 3,621 has been supported by 10 approvals on average over recent years.
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the Tumbarumba SA2's approval levels have been significantly below the yearly average of 10, showing a notable downturn in recent development.
Over the past five years, the population in the Tumbarumba SA2 has grown by approximately 73 people, while 52 residential approvals were recorded. This equates to a ratio of 1.4 people added for each new dwelling approval. This suggests a balanced relationship between population growth and housing supply.
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.
Tumbarumba is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,621 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +2.8% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Population density | 1 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 7th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | +0.4% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | +0.3% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 3,522 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 99 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.7% | 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 | 4,520.67 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the Tumbarumba SA2 was estimated to be approximately 3,621 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 3,590 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The tumbarumba sa2 has added approximately 99 people and shown a 2.81% increase from the 3,522 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the Tumbarumba SA2 is estimated at 0 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the Tumbarumba SA2 has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.3% per annum.
Population growth in the Tumbarumba SA2 is driven by: Interstate migration (70.5%), Overseas migration (29.5%), Natural increase (0.0%). The primary driver is Interstate migration, contributing 70.5% of overall population gains.
Tumbarumba hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 47 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 84th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 29.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 15.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 18.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 43.8% | 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 | 47 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 | 10.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 7.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.6% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 15.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 9.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 3.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the Tumbarumba SA2 at 47 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 47 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 47 years as at August 2026, Tumbarumba is 4 years older than the Regional NSW 2021 Census average (43 years) and 9 years older than the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the Tumbarumba SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 15.9% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the Tumbarumba SA2 compared to the Regional NSW region is the 25 - 34 group, making up 7.4% of the population.
Yes, certain age groups in the Tumbarumba SA2 show significant variance compared to Regional NSW. The most under-represented age group is 25-34 year-olds (7.4% vs 11.5%).
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 15.5% of the population in the Tumbarumba SA2 as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 29.4% of the population in the Tumbarumba SA2 as at August 2026.
Income figures position the area below 77% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $52,513 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $60,803 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,332 | 2021 Census, weekly | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $707 | 2021 Census, weekly | 29th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 14.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,647 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 30.8% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tumbarumba SA2 is approximately $55,863. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $52,513.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tumbarumba SA2 is approximately $64,682. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $60,803.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the Tumbarumba SA2 is approximately $55,863 compared to $59,289 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $52,513 and $55,733 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the Tumbarumba SA2 is approximately $64,682 compared to $73,521 in Regional NSW. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $60,803 and $69,112 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the Tumbarumba SA2's households (~30.0% / 390 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the Tumbarumba SA2 is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 30.0% 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 Tumbarumba SA2 is $1,332/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the Tumbarumba SA2 is $1,647/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the Tumbarumba SA2 is $707/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the Tumbarumba SA2 is lower than average on a national basis, with the median assessed at $52,513 while the average income stands at $60,803. This contrasts to Regional NSW's figures of a median income of $55,733 and an average income of $69,112. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.38% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $55,863 (median) and $64,682 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the Tumbarumba SA2 is $5,274 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The tumbarumba sa2's disposable income is $5,274 compared to $5,252 for Regional NSW, based on AreaSearch analysis.
Employment performance in Tumbarumba exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 2.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 55.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 1,686 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 3,583 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 1,729 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of June 2026, the Tumbarumba SA2 has approximately 1,686 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 2.5%. This very low unemployment rate indicates a tight labour market with strong demand for workers. Employment performance is above the national median, showing positive labour market dynamics.
As of June 2026, the unemployment rate in the Tumbarumba SA2 stands at 2.5%, which is 1.7 percentage points below Regional NSW's rate of 4.1%. This lower unemployment rate suggests stronger local employment conditions. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the Tumbarumba SA2 is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are agriculture, forestry & fishing (26.5% of employment), manufacturing (11.5%), and public administration & safety (8.3%). Other significant employers include health care & social assistance and accommodation & food.
Over the past year to June 2026, the Tumbarumba SA2 has experienced employment growth, with total employment increasing while the labour force increased. As a result, the unemployment rate has fallen. By comparison, Regional NSW saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate rose.
The workforce participation rate in the Tumbarumba SA2 is 55.0%, 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%, suggesting potential for increased workforce participation.
The tumbarumba sa2 shows notable specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, which employs 26.5% of the local workforce compared to 5.3% across Regional NSW. With a local vs regional employment ratio of 5.0, this represents a significant industry cluster that likely serves markets beyond the local area. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The tumbarumba sa2's employment market shows above-average performance nationally, placing in the top half of areas assessed. Employment indicators suggest healthy labour market conditions relative to other regions. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 2.0% growth, ranking 18th out of 37 regions nationally.
Skilled workers will find selective opportunities in the Tumbarumba SA2, with knowledge-based sectors representing 18.2% of local jobs. Key sectors for skilled workers include health care & social assistance (8.1%), education & training (6.1%), and professional & technical (2.8%).
Tumbarumba 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 | 12.2% | 2021 Census | 27th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 16.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 31.6% | 2021 Census | 82nd percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 46th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 9.7% | 2021 Census | 29th percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 42.1% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 30.2% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 12.0% | 2021 Census | 79th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.8% | 2021 Census | 69th percentile nationally |
16.6% of people aged 15 and over in the Tumbarumba SA2 have university qualifications, compared to 21.3% in Regional NSW.
42.1% of people aged 15 and over in the Tumbarumba SA2 have no formal qualifications, compared to 39.1% in Regional NSW.
The tumbarumba sa2 ranks in the 22th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the Tumbarumba SA2 are: Certificate (31.6%), Bachelor Degree (12.2%), Advanced Diploma (9.7%).
30.2% of the population in the Tumbarumba SA2 is currently engaged in formal education, including 12.0% in primary school, 8.8% in secondary school, 2.0% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the Tumbarumba SA2 is 920, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 5 schools within the Tumbarumba SA2, with a combined enrollment of approximately 438 students.
The tumbarumba sa2 includes 4 primary schools, 1 secondary school.
Tumbarumba features high concentrations of 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 | 2.3 people | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 27.8% | 2021 Census | 62nd percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 23.1% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 36.4% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 10.1% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.0% | 2021 Census | 24th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 1,300 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 1,337 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 70.5% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 2.1 per family | 2021 Census | 95th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the Tumbarumba SA2 had 1,300 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has grown by approximately 2.8% to an estimated 1,337 households today.
The average household size in the Tumbarumba SA2 is 2.3 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional NSW and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 70.5% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (27.8%), group households (2.0%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 916 family households, couples with children account for 23.1% of all households, couples without children at home 36.4%, and single parent families 10.1%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional NSW, the Tumbarumba SA2 shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the Tumbarumba 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 51.7% of the adult population are currently married, while 29.6% have never married. This compares to 45.6% married and 34.3% never married across Regional NSW.
Single-person households represent 27.8% of all households in the Tumbarumba SA2, similar to 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 2.0% of households, below the Regional NSW average of 3.3%. This lower rate suggests less student or young professional shared accommodation.
Tumbarumba is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 10.7% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 3.3% | 2021 Census | 11th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 96.7% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 85.8% | 2021 Census | 45th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 89.3% | 2021 Census | 85th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 4.4% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
Tumbarumba was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 85.8% of its population being citizens, 89.3% born in Australia, and 96.7% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in Tumbarumba was found to be Christianity, which makes up 61.4% of people in Tumbarumba. This compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in Tumbarumba are Australian, comprising 32.2% of the population, English, comprising 31.4% of the population, and Scottish, comprising 9.0% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 4.7% of Tumbarumba (vs 3.1% across Regional NSW), Australian Aboriginal at 4.4% (vs 4.6%) and Maltese at 0.5% (vs 0.4%).
10.7% of the Tumbarumba SA2 population was born overseas, compared to 13.0% across Regional NSW.
3.3% of the population in the Tumbarumba SA2 speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.1% in Regional NSW.
4.4% of the Tumbarumba SA2 population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 4.6% in Regional NSW.
85.8% of the Tumbarumba SA2 population holds citizenship, compared to 89.2% in Regional NSW.
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
Tumbarumba 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 | 22.4% | 2021 Census | 33rd percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 51.3% | 2021 Census | 93rd percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 97.0% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,127 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 11th percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 26.3% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 17th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $208 | 2021 Census, weekly | 7th percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 15.6% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 10th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 19.5% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 12th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
In the Tumbarumba SA2, 51.3% of homes are owned outright, 26.3% are owned with a mortgage, and 22.4% are rented.
According to the latest data, 97.0% of dwellings in the Tumbarumba SA2 are houses.
In the Tumbarumba SA2, 0.0% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 2.1% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the Tumbarumba SA2 stands at 51.3%, compared to 39.6% in Regional NSW.
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the Tumbarumba SA2 is $1,127, compared to $1,733 in Regional NSW.
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the Tumbarumba SA2 is $498, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the Tumbarumba SA2, households with mortgages typically spend 19.5% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 15.6% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the Tumbarumba SA2 is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the Tumbarumba SA2 shows mortgage holders spending 19.5% of income on repayments (vs 27.9% in Regional NSW), while renters spend 15.6% of income on rent (vs 23.0% in Regional NSW).
The dwelling mix in the Tumbarumba SA2 consists of 97.0% detached houses, 2.1% semi-detached dwellings, 0.0% apartments, and 0.9% other dwelling types.
Housing in Tumbarumba consumes approximately 8.6% of median household income ($5,768 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in Tumbarumba show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 3% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 97% 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 outcomes in Tumbarumba are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 48.6% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 18th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 62.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 5.6% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 71.8% | 2021 Census | 20th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.3% | 2021 Census | 83rd percentile nationally |
Around 48.6% of people in the Tumbarumba SA2 are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 52.2% in Regional NSW.
In the Tumbarumba SA2, 5.6% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.8% of people in Regional NSW require similar assistance.
8.9% of people in the Tumbarumba SA2 are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.4% of the population across Regional NSW is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.7% of the Tumbarumba SA2 population, while in Regional NSW, 4.7% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.8% of people in the Tumbarumba SA2 have heart disease. Across Regional NSW,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the Tumbarumba SA2, 48.6% 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 good compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 60 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 60th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 193 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 91st percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 973 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 34th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 19 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 16 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.7 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 17.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 193 public transport stops within the Tumbarumba SA2.
The Tumbarumba SA2 has 973 weekly trips across 16 routes, averaging 139 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 198 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest school is 4.4 km away and the nearest GP 5.7 km.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 193 stops nearby, 973 weekly trips, access rating 60 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 18 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 18th percentile nationally |
| Nearest school | 4.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 5.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest child care | 5.8 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 6.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest bank | 8.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest supermarket | 8.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 8.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 11.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 61.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 81.3 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 86.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 2 long day care centres with 106 places in Tumbarumba, about 1.6 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
Where the figures come from, downloads and nearby areas.
AreaSearch's development drivers ranking sees a low level of activity in Tumbarumba, placing the area among the bottom 20% of areas assessed nationally.
Tumbarumba has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 26% nationally.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Tumbarumba's affordable property market has recorded 89 sales in the 12 months to June 2026, comprising 66% residential, 26% commercial and 8% vacant land transactions.
Tumbarumba is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends.
Tumbarumba hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide.
Income figures position the area below 77% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch.
Employment performance in Tumbarumba exceeds national averages across key labour market indicators.
Tumbarumba faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally.
Tumbarumba features high concentrations of couples without children but relatively few couples with children, with a smaller average household size than Regional NSW.
Tumbarumba is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
Tumbarumba is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with above-average rates of outright home ownership.
Health outcomes in Tumbarumba are marginally below the national average with common health conditions slightly more prevalent than average across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is good 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.
Tumbarumba has an estimated 3,621 residents, up 2.8% since the 2021 Census, with 135 projects tracked in the area around Tumbarumba.
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 Tumbarumba.
Data currency
Refreshed . Sales to Oct 2026, rents to Jun 2026, population and age estimated to Aug 2026 and taxable income FY 2024. 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 (113021260). 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) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, infrastructure projects, 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 Tumbarumba 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 Tumbarumba 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.
