Goondiwindi
Statistical Area - sa2

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

Goondiwindi's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 6,317 people. This figure represents an increase of 87 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 6,230 people. The change is inferred from the estimated resident population of 6,310 as of June 2024 and an additional 93 validated new addresses since the Census date. This results in a population density ratio of 7.6 persons per square kilometer. Natural growth contributed approximately 75.4% of overall population gains during recent periods.

AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year. For areas not covered by this data and years post-2032, Queensland State Government's SA2 area projections are adopted, released in 2023 and based on 2021 data. These state projections do not provide age category splits, so AreaSearch applies proportional growth weightings using ABS Greater Capital Region projections for each age cohort, released in 2023 based on 2022 data. By 2041, the area's population is projected to decline by 143 persons overall, but the 25 to 34 age group is expected to increase by 190 people.

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

Goondiwindi has experienced approximately 12 dwelling approvals annually. Between financial years FY-21 and FY-25, around 64 homes were approved, with one more approved in FY-26 so far. The population decline in recent years has maintained adequate housing supply relative to demand, resulting in a balanced market with good buyer choice.

New properties are constructed at an average cost of $282,000, lower than regional norms, offering affordable housing options. This financial year, there have been $6.8 million in commercial approvals, indicating limited focus on commercial development. Compared to the rest of Queensland, Goondiwindi has somewhat elevated construction activity, with 25.0% above the regional average per person over the past five years. However, development activity has moderated recently.

Nationally, it is lower, reflecting market maturity and possible development constraints. New developments consist mostly of detached houses (86.0%) and townhouses or apartments (14.0%), maintaining the area's traditional low density character focused on family homes. The estimated population per dwelling approval is 873 people, indicating a quiet development environment. With stable or declining population projections, Goondiwindi should experience reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Goondiwindi has limited levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 11thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly affect an area's performance. AreaSearch has identified one major project that will likely impact this region: Goondiwindi Hydrogen, Yelarbon and Talwood water quality project, Queensland Southern Rez, and Queensland New South Wales Interconnector. These projects are expected to be particularly relevant.

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AreaSearch analysis reveals Goondiwindi significantly outperforming the majority of regions assessed nationwide

Goondiwindi has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 2.7% in June 2025, which is below the Rest of Qld's rate of 3.9%.

Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 4.7%. As of June 2025, 3,516 residents were in work and workforce participation was 64.4%, compared to Rest of Qld's 59.1%. Key industries include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. Agriculture, forestry & fishing has a strong presence with an employment share of 3.6 times the regional level.

Health care & social assistance has limited presence at 11.8% compared to 16.1% regionally. Employment opportunities exist locally but many residents commute elsewhere for work based on Census data. In the 12-month period ending June 2025, employment increased by 4.7% and labour force by 5.7%, causing unemployment to rise by 1.0 percentage points. This compares to Rest of Qld's employment growth of 1.8%, labour force growth of 2.0%, and unemployment rise of 0.2 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May 2025 suggest potential future demand within Goondiwindi. National employment is forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with growth rates varying between industry sectors. Applying these projections to Goondiwindi's employment mix suggests local growth of approximately 5.7% over five years and 12.1% over ten years.

The area's income profile falls below national averages based on AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2022 shows Goondiwindi's median income among taxpayers is $51,168, with an average of $62,213. This is lower than the national average. The median income in Rest of Qld is $50,780 and the average is $64,844. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 13.99% since financial year 2022, estimated current incomes as of September 2025 are approximately $58,326 (median) and $70,917 (average). Census data indicates personal income ranks at the 61st percentile ($859 weekly), while household income is at the 43rd percentile. Income analysis reveals that 36.1% of locals (2,280 people) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 category, similar to surrounding regions where 31.7% occupy this range. After housing expenses, 86.5% of income remains for other expenses. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 4th decile.

Goondiwindi is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than the broader region

In Goondiwindi, as per the latest Census evaluation, 87.1% of dwellings were houses with the remaining 13.0% being semi-detached, apartments, or other types. This differs slightly from Non-Metro Qld's figures of 90.3% houses and 9.7% other dwellings. Home ownership in Goondiwindi stood at 31.3%, with mortgaged properties at 31.9% and rented ones at 36.8%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,517, higher than Non-Metro Qld's average of $1,300. The median weekly rent in Goondiwindi was $295, compared to Non-Metro Qld's $230. Nationally, Goondiwindi's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,517 versus Australia's average of $1,863, and rents were also lower at $295 compared to the national figure of $375.

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

Family households constitute 69.9 percent of all households, including 29.8 percent couples with children, 28.2 percent couples without children, and 10.6 percent single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 30.1 percent, with lone person households at 26.6 percent and group households making up 3.7 percent of the total. The median household size is 2.5 people, which aligns with the average for the Rest of Qld.

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

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates at 17.9%, substantially below the Australian average of 30.4%. This represents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees lead at 14.3%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 1.9% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Trade and technical skills feature prominently, with 38.2% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas at 8.5% and certificates at 29.7%.

Educational participation is notably high, with 30.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.5% in primary education, 9.1% in secondary education, and 2.5% pursuing tertiary education. Goondiwindi's five schools have combined enrollment reaching 1,392 students as of the latest data. The area demonstrates typical Australian school conditions (ICSEA: 968) with balanced educational opportunities. The educational mix includes one primary, one secondary, and three K-12 schools. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs (22.0 places per 100 residents vs 16.0 regionally), indicating the area serves as an educational center for the broader region. Note: where schools show 'n/a' for enrolments, please refer to parent campus.

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

Goondiwindi has six active public transport stops currently operating. These are served by a mix of buses along three different routes. Together, these routes facilitate 30 weekly passenger trips.

The accessibility of the transport system is limited, with residents on average located 842 meters away from their nearest stop. On average, services run four times daily across all routes, translating to roughly five weekly trips per individual stop.

Goondiwindi's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with a fairly standard level of common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts

Goondiwindi's health metrics closely align with national benchmarks, with common health conditions seen across both young and old age cohorts.

Private health cover stands at approximately 51% of the total population (~3,227 people), slightly lower than the average SA2 area. The most prevalent medical conditions are asthma (8.3%) and arthritis (8.1%). A majority, 69.5%, report being completely free from medical ailments, compared to 67.6% in Rest of Qld. In Goondiwindi, 18.7% of residents are aged 65 and over (1,180 people). Health outcomes among seniors exceed the average, performing better than the general population in health metrics.

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

Goondiwindi, surveyed in June 2016, showed low cultural diversity: 88.6% were citizens, 93.1% born in Australia, and 95.7% spoke English only at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, at 68.9%, compared to 64.6% regionally. Top ancestry groups were Australian (33.4%), English (29.6%), and Irish (9.7%).

Notably, Australian Aboriginal were overrepresented at 5.9% (regional: 6.7%), German at 4.4% (regional: 5.3%), and South African at 0.5% (regional: 0.3%).

Goondiwindi's population is slightly younger than the national pattern

The median age in Goondiwindi is 38 years, slightly below Rest of Qld's average of 41 but matching Australia's median age of 38. The 0-4 age group comprises 7.6% of the population compared to Rest of Qld, while the 55-64 cohort makes up 10.9%. Post-2021 Census data reveals that the 25-34 age group has increased from 12.5% to 13.6%, the 5-14 cohort has decreased from 14.7% to 13.0%, and the 55-64 group has dropped from 12.1% to 10.9%. Population forecasts for 2041 indicate significant demographic changes in Goondiwindi, with the 25-34 age group expected to grow by 19% (165 people), reaching 1,023 from 857. Conversely, the 65-74 and 45-54 cohorts are projected to experience population declines.