Wyoming

Wyoming has shown very soft population growth performance across periods assessed by AreaSearch

Wyoming's population is approximately 11,334 as of May 2026. This figure reflects a decrease of 89 people since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 11,423. The change is inferred from ABS estimated resident population of 11,329 in June 2025 and an additional 5 validated new addresses post-Census. This results in a density ratio of 1,352 persons per square kilometer, higher than the average across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Overseas migration primarily drove recent population growth.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections from 2022 with a base year of 2021 are used. Growth rates by age group are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. By 2041, the population is projected to decline by 230 persons. However, specific age cohorts like those aged 85 and over are expected to grow, with a projected increase of 324 people in this group.

The level of residential development activity in Wyoming is very low in comparison to the average area assessed nationally by AreaSearch

Wyoming has received approximately seven dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totaling 39 homes. In FY-26 so far, two approvals have been recorded. The population decline in recent years has maintained adequate housing supply relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice. New homes are being built at an average cost of $216,000, below the regional average, indicating more affordable housing options for buyers.

This financial year, $2.2 million in commercial approvals have been registered, suggesting minimal commercial development activity compared to Greater Sydney, where Wyoming has 82.0% less development activity per person. The scarcity of new dwellings typically strengthens demand and prices for existing properties. Recent construction consists of 86.0% detached dwellings and 14.0% townhouses or apartments, preserving the area's suburban nature and attracting space-seeking buyers. With around 1752 people per dwelling approval, Wyoming reflects a highly mature market with stable or declining population forecasts, potentially creating favorable conditions for buyers in the future.

Given stable or declining population forecasts, Wyoming may experience less housing pressure, creating favourable conditions for buyers.

Wyoming has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 45thth percentile nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified 25 projects that could impact the region. Notable initiatives include Wyoming Shopping Village Upgrade, Narara District Master Plan, Telecommunications Mobile Base Station project, and Henry Kendall Gardens Retaining Walls Replacement. The following list details those most likely to be relevant.

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Employment performance in Wyoming has been broadly consistent with national averages

Wyoming has a skilled workforce with an unemployment rate of 4.2% as of December 2025. Over the past year, there was an estimated employment growth of 3.6%. In Wyoming, 5,394 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is in line with Greater Sydney's rate of 4.2%.

However, workforce participation lags significantly at 60.8% compared to Greater Sydney's 68.8%. According to Census responses, a high 30.5% of residents work from home. The leading employment industries among residents are health care & social assistance, retail trade, and construction. Wyoming shows strong specialization in health care & social assistance with an employment share of 1.4 times the regional level.

Conversely, professional & technical services show lower representation at 6.5% compared to the regional average of 11.5%. The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the count of Census working population versus resident population. Over the 12 months to December 2025, employment increased by 3.6% while labour force increased by 3.6%, with unemployment remaining essentially unchanged. By comparison, Greater Sydney recorded employment growth of 2.2%, labour force growth of 2.3%, and a marginal rise in unemployment. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 suggest that Wyoming's employment should increase by 6.8% over five years and 14.1% over ten years, considering the local employment mix and industry-specific projections.

Income figures position the area below 75% of locations analysed nationally by AreaSearch

AreaSearch released its latest postcode level ATO data for the financial year ending June 2023. In Wyoming SA2, the median income among taxpayers was $48,794 and the average was $61,486. This is lower than national averages. Comparing with Greater Sydney's median of $60,817 and average of $83,003 shows this disparity. Considering Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since June 2023, estimated incomes as of March 2026 would be approximately $53,830 (median) and $67,831 (average). Census figures from 2021 rank Wyoming's household, family, and personal incomes modestly, between the 27th and 31st percentiles. The earnings profile shows that 31.8% of residents earn between $1,500 and $2,999 weekly, aligning with metropolitan regions where this cohort represents 30.9%. Housing affordability pressures are severe; only 79.3% of income remains, ranking at the 24th percentile. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the fourth decile.

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

Wyoming's housing structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 77.5% houses and 22.5% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. In comparison, Sydney metropolitan area had 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wyoming stood at 31.2%, with mortgaged dwellings at 41.8% and rented ones at 27.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,950, significantly lower than Sydney metro's average of $2,427. Median weekly rent in Wyoming was recorded at $400, compared to $470 in Sydney metro. Nationally, Wyoming's mortgage repayments exceeded the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were higher than the national figure of $375.

Wyoming has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 69.1% of all households, including 28.3% couples with children, 25.6% couples without children, and 14.2% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 30.9%, with lone person households at 28.1% and group households at 2.8%. The median household size is 2.5 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

Educational attainment in Wyoming aligns closely with national averages, showing typical qualification patterns and performance metrics

The area's university qualification rate is 21.8%, significantly lower than Greater Sydney's average of 38.0%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 15.5%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (4.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.2%). Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 40.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them. This includes advanced diplomas (11.4%) and certificates (28.7%).

Educational participation is high, with 28.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 10.1% in primary education, 7.9% in secondary education, and 4.0% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Public transport analysis reveals 95 active transport stops operating within Wyoming. These stops are serviced by 51 individual routes, collectively providing 934 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is rated as excellent, with residents typically located 177 meters from the nearest transport stop. As a primarily residential area, most residents commute outward. Car remains the dominant mode of transportation at 89%, with 5% by train. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 30.5% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 133 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 9 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Wyoming faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's analysis of mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence. Both younger and older age groups show high prevalence of common health conditions. Approximately 50% (~5,644 people) have private health cover, lower than Greater Sydney's 59.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

Mental health issues (10.1%) and arthritis (10.0%) are the most prevalent medical conditions. Only 60.7% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 74.6% in Greater Sydney. Working-age residents have a higher-than-average prevalence of chronic health conditions. The area has 22.9% (2,596 people) aged 65 and over, higher than Greater Sydney's 15.5%. Senior health outcomes present challenges, with national rankings roughly similar to the general population.

In terms of cultural diversity, Wyoming records figures broadly comparable to the national average, as found in AreaSearch's assessment of a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Wyoming's cultural diversity aligns with the wider region's average, with 79.7% of its population born in Australia, 89.3% being citizens, and 89.9% speaking English only at home. Christianity is the dominant religion in Wyoming, comprising 52.3%, compared to 49.2% across Greater Sydney. The top three ancestry groups are English (30.3%), Australian (28.0%), and Irish (8.7%).

Notably, Korean, New Zealand, and Russian ethnicities have higher representation in Wyoming than regionally: Korean at 0.6% vs 1.1%, New Zealand at 0.9% vs 0.5%, and Russian at 0.4%.

Wyoming's population is slightly older than the national pattern

Wyoming's median age is 41 years, significantly higher than Greater Sydney's average of 37 and slightly above Australia's median of 38. Compared to Greater Sydney, Wyoming has a notably higher proportion of residents aged 75-84 (9.5%) but fewer residents aged 25-34 (11.0%). Post-2021 Census, the 75-84 age group grew from 7.9% to 9.5%, while the 35-44 cohort increased from 12.5% to 13.5%. Conversely, the 25-34 cohort declined from 12.4% to 11.0%. By 2041, Wyoming's age profile is projected to change significantly. The 85+ cohort is expected to grow by 80%, adding 321 residents to reach 722. Aging demographics will continue, with residents aged 65 and older accounting for 96% of anticipated growth. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 65-74 and 55-64 cohorts.