Chart Color Schemes
This analysis uses ABS Statistical Areas Level 2 (SA2) boundaries, which can materially differ from Suburbs and Localities (SAL) even when sharing similar names.
SA2 boundaries are defined by the Australian Bureau of Statistics and are designed to represent communities for statistical reporting (e.g., census and ERP).
Suburbs and Localities (SAL) represent commonly-used suburb/locality names (postal-style areas) and may use different geographic boundaries. For comprehensive analysis, consider reviewing both boundary types if available.
est. as @ -- *
ABS ERP | -- people | --
2021 Census | -- people
Curious about local property values? Filter the chart to assess the volume and appreciation (including resales) trends and regional comparisons, or scroll to the map below view this information at an individual property level.
Find a Recent Sale
Sales Detail
Renmark has an estimated 4,735 residents, up from 4,705 at the 2021 Census. That puts 323 residents on each square kilometre. Population is estimated from ABS Estimated Resident Population releases and GNAF address data, re-based from the 2021 Census and updated annually.
Detail
According to the analysis by AreaSearch, the population of Renmark stands at approximately 4,735 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 30 people (0.6%) compared to the 2021 Census, which documented 4,705 residents. The estimate is derived from the ABS estimated resident population of 4,733 in June 2025 combined with 91 validated new addresses registered after the Census. This population level results in a density of 323 persons per square kilometer, offering ample personal space and potential opportunities for expansion. The growth of the local population was mostly fueled by overseas migration, which served as the primary contributor to population increases in recent times.
AreaSearch utilizes projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia for individual SA2 regions, published in 2024 with 2022 serving as the baseline. For SA2 regions lacking this information, and for the period following 2032, regional and LGA projections by age bracket from the SA State Government, published in 2023 and grounded in 2021 data, are implemented alongside adjustments via weighted aggregation of population growth from LGA to SA2 tiers. In light of the projected demographic transitions, growth is expected to align with the lower quartile of areas situated outside capital cities, with the region projected to gain 141 individuals by 2041 relative to the most recent annual ERP data, representing a total rise of 2.9% across the 16 years.
Frequently Asked Questions - Population
136 new dwellings have been approved in Renmark over the past five years, an average of 27 a year. That is 5.7 approvals per 1,000 residents. Of the 20 dwellings approved in the latest reporting year, 70% were detached houses and the rest townhouses or apartments. Approvals are currently running at an annualised 27, broadly in line with that longer-run average. Figures come from ABS building approvals aggregated to this SA2 boundary and are updated monthly as the ABS releases them.
Detail
Renmark has recorded approximately 27 home building approvals annually, translating to a total of 136 dwellings over the last 5 financial years. In the current FY-26 period, 25 approvals have been documented. Since the population decreased during the preceding timeframe, the supply of housing has remained sufficient to meet demand, leading to a balanced market with favorable options for purchasers, while newly built homes carry an average construction cost of $256,000. Furthermore, commercial approvals valued at $44.4 million have been logged in the current financial year, demonstrating solid development activity in the commercial sector.
In comparison to the Rest of SA, Renmark shows equivalent per capita construction levels, preserving a market equilibrium that matches the wider region. Residential projects comprise 70.0% standalone houses and 30.0% semi-detached options, with an expanding variety of townhouses and apartments offering choices across diverse budgets, ranging from family residences to affordable compact alternatives. The region has roughly 222 residents for each residential approval, pointing to a low density housing market. Projections for the future indicate that Renmark will add 139 inhabitants by 2041, measured from the most recent quarterly estimate by AreaSearch. Judging by prevailing building trends, upcoming residential supply is anticipated to easily satisfy demand, maintaining favorable terms for purchasers and potentially supporting population expansion beyond current forecasts.
Frequently Asked Questions - Development
Development applications around Renmark
Loading development applications…
| Lodged | Address | Description | Type | Distance | Status |
|---|
SOURCE: Planning portals and council registers, compiled by AreaSearch. Distance & bearing measured from the suburb midpoint.
AreaSearch tracks 6 current infrastructure and development projects inside Renmark. A further 43 sit in the immediately surrounding suburbs, taking the tracked pipeline within reach of the area to $932 million. 13 are already under construction and 14 are due for completion within three years. The pipeline spans communities, precincts & urban renewal, residential development and transport & logistics. Records are compiled from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, council planning portals and public announcements, reviewed and updated daily, then ranked by proximity, construction stage, completion horizon and project scale.
Detail
Few elements impact local performance as significantly as updates to regional infrastructure, key projects, and planning changes. Overall, 1 project has been highlighted by AreaSearch as having a likely local impact. Key projects include Jane Eliza Waterfront Estate, Project EnergyConnect, SA Water Capital Work Delivery Contracts 2024-28, and SA Housing Trust Maintenance Contracts Review and Service Program, with the following list outlining those expected to be most relevant.
Professional plan users can use the search below to filter and access additional projects.
INFRASTRUCTURE SEARCH
Denotes AI-based impression for illustrative purposes only, not to be taken as definitive under any circumstances. Please follow links and conduct other investigations from the project's source for actual imagery. Developers and project owners wishing us to use original imagery please Contact Us and we will do so.
Frequently Asked Questions - Infrastructure
Taylor Riverfront Precinct
Transformation of Renmark's riverfront open space to create a high-quality regional destination. Includes a new visitor information centre, 'eat street' on Murray Avenue, feature lighting, water play, BBQs, and family recreation areas.
Revive Renmark
A continuation of the Urban Design Framework, which includes upgrades to Murray Avenue and the Murray Avenue, Renmark Avenue and Ral Ral intersection. Aims to bring life and activity to the town centre and revive its economy.
Renmark High School Redevelopment
A multi-stage redevelopment project including a new administration building, library and student services upgrade, FLO creative teaching refurbishment, and Home Economics area upgrade. Also included major services and air conditioning and lighting upgrades to all buildings.
Jane Eliza Waterfront Estate
A river-based master-planned development on the banks of the River Murray in Renmark, featuring about 780 homes, townhouses and apartments, an expanded marina with 100 moorings, restaurants, shops, cafes, commercial tenancies, and residential and commercial precincts. It aims to boost Renmark's reputation as the State's most popular and iconic houseboat destination.
Renmark Riverfront Wharf Upgrade
The project involved a major upgrade of the Renmark Riverfront Wharf, including a new 3-metre wide walkway, improved access for houseboats, revitalised wharf area with improved lighting and accessible ramps. The new wharf is designed to withstand high river flow and flooding. It aims to revitalize and enhance the amenity and liveability by repairing damage, ensuring flood resilience, accessibility, and asset longevity for 30-50 years.
Twentyfirst Street Bridge Replacement
Replacement of the Twentyfirst Street Bridge to improve connectivity, road safety and ensure flood resilience. The project includes demolition of the old bridge, new bridge abutments, installation of five bridge girders, wingwalls and culvert works, and road formation.
Paringa Town Centre Revitalisation
Beautification and upgrade of the main street in Paringa, including new public toilets with improved accessibility, lighting, and security measures. Aims to create a welcoming and inclusive space for residents and visitors.
Big Orange Redevelopment
Revitalisation of the iconic 15-meter tall Big Orange landmark into a 1.5 million AUD multifaceted destination featuring a craft brewery, distillery, restaurant, bar, and outdoor dining verandah to boost regional tourism and celebrate the region's citrus heritage.
2,108 residents of Renmark are employed, from a labour force of 2,246. Unemployment sits at 6.1%, with participation at 56.9%. Weighted for its industry mix, the area's sectors are forecast to grow about 5.3% nationally over five years. That reflects industry composition only and makes no allowance for local population growth. Unemployment and labour force come from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, updated quarterly; the industry and occupation profile is from the 2021 Census.
Detail
The local workforce in Renmark is evenly distributed between professional and industrial occupations, showing representation across multiple sectors, an unemployment rate of 6.1%, and a yearly job growth estimate of 2.7%. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 2,108, with an unemployment rate 0.7% higher than the Regional SA benchmark of 5.5%, while the rate of participation in the labor force closely aligns with the 58.4% recorded in Regional SA. Census data indicates that a minor 3.7% of the workforce worked from their homes, although the influence of Covid-19 restrictions must be taken into account.
The primary sectors employing local residents are agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and retail trade. The food and accommodation services industry is especially prominent, employing residents at a rate of 1.5 times the regional average. Conversely, mining is underrepresented, accounting for only 0.6% of the workforce in Renmark compared to 2.9% across Regional SA. Although local positions are available in the community, the ratio of Census workers to the overall local population indicates that many residents travel outside the area to work. Based on AreaSearch's evaluation of SALM and ABS statistics, the latest 12-month timeframe saw a 2.7% rise in employment alongside a 4.3% expansion of the labor force, which led to a 1.5 percentage point increase in the unemployment rate. By comparison, Regional SA recorded employment growth of 1.2% and labor force growth of 2.6%, resulting in a rise of 1.4 percentage points. National employment projections from Jobs and Skills Australia dated May-25 offer additional perspective on prospective labor demand in Renmark. These five-year and ten-year projections have been applied to the local workforce structure to model potential growth. Nationally, employment is projected to grow by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, though rates vary by industry sector. Applying these sector-specific forecasts to the job profile of Renmark suggests local employment will rise by 5.3% over five years and 11.9% over ten years, though this calculation represents a basic weighted extrapolation for demonstration purposes and does not account for local population projections.
Frequently Asked Questions - Employment
Median household income in Renmark is $1,017 a week (about $53,000 a year), with median personal income at $602 a week. ATO records put median taxable income at $46,982 a year against an average of $52,558. Household income is from the 2021 Census; taxable income is from ATO Taxation Statistics for the latest financial year available, indexed forward using the ABS Wage Price Index.
Detail
According to the most recent postcode level ATO data published by AreaSearch for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the Renmark SA2 earn a median income of $46,982 and an average income of $52,558. This falls short of the national average, and compares to a median of $48,920 and an average of $58,933 for Regional SA. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.17% since the 2023 financial year, current estimated figures stand at approximately $51,760 for the median and $57,903 for the average in March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in Renmark are positioned between the 4th and 11th percentiles nationally.
Regarding the income spread, the weekly wage bracket of $400 - 799 accounts for 30.6% of the population (1,448 individuals), contrasting with the surrounding region where 27.5% of taxpayers earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range. Even though housing expenditures are low with 86.7% of earnings kept, the overall disposable income sits at the 6th percentile across the country.
Frequently Asked Questions - Income
Renmark had 1,986 occupied dwellings at the 2021 Census, 80% detached houses and 3% apartments. 26% are owned with a mortgage, 39% rented and 36% owned outright. At that Census the median rent was $200 a week and the median mortgage repayment $975 a month. Rent absorbs 19.7% of household income here and mortgage repayments 22.1%. Dwelling stock, tenure and housing costs are 2021 Census measures — the only source that counts dwellings at this boundary size.
Detail
The mix of housing types in Renmark at the time of the latest Census consisted of 79.5% standalone houses and 20.5% other housing structures (such as townhouses, units, and alternative dwellings), compared to Regional SA where houses made up 88.5% and alternative options accounted for 11.5%. Furthermore, home ownership in Renmark was lower than the regional rate, standing at 35.5%, while the remaining occupied dwellings were either mortgaged (25.8%) or rented (38.7%). The median monthly payment for home loans in the area was significantly below the Regional SA average at $975, and the median weekly rent was recorded at $200, compared to regional figures of $1,153 and $220.
On a national level, mortgage costs in Renmark are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are similarly well below the national median of $375.
Frequently Asked Questions - Housing
Renmark counted 1,986 households at the 2021 Census, averaging 2.2 people each. 19% are couples with children, fewer than in 90% of areas nationally, against 29% couples without children. 35% of households are people living alone, and families average 1.9 children. Household and family composition is measured only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Family units constitute the majority of households at 61.4%, consisting of couples with children at 18.6%, couples without children at 28.7%, and single parent households at 13.2%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 38.6%, with single person households representing 34.9% and shared group households making up 3.2% of the total. The median household size of 2.2 individuals is slightly below the Regional SA median of 2.3.
Frequently Asked Questions - Households
12.5% of adults in Renmark hold a university qualification, including 9.8% with a bachelor degree and 1.7% with postgraduate qualifications, lower than 94% of areas nationally. A further 24.6% hold a vocational qualification. 4 schools serve the area, with 1,108 enrolment places and an average ICSEA of 958 against a national benchmark of 1,000. Qualifications come from the 2021 Census; school enrolments, ICSEA and results come from ACARA's current release.
Detail
The locality presents educational hurdles, with university qualification levels (12.5%) sitting far below the Australian benchmark of 30.4%. This situation presents both a difficulty and a chance for focused educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 9.8%, with postgraduate degrees at 1.7% and graduate diplomas at 1.0%. Vocational skills are widely held, with 32.8% of residents aged 15+ possessing vocational qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (8.2%) and certificates (24.6%). A significant 23.3% of the local population is enrolled in formal studies. This proportion contains 10.5% in primary school, 5.9% in high school, and 2.0% enrolled in higher education.
Frequently Asked Questions - Education
Schools Detail
Getting around Renmark means driving: households keep an average of 1.2 vehicles, and no scheduled public transport appears in the current timetable feeds. Service data is built from operators' published GTFS timetables; vehicle ownership is from the 2021 Census.
Frequently Asked Questions - Transport
Transport Stops Detail
61.7% of residents in Renmark report no long-term health condition, a less healthy profile than 85% of areas nationally. 8.9% need daily assistance with core activities, and 46.3% hold private health cover. The standardised death rate runs at 6.6 per 1,000 residents. Health conditions, assistance needs and insurance are 2021 Census measures; the death rate comes from current ABS releases.
Detail
Health statistics show significant difficulties facing the Renmark community, based on AreaSearch's evaluation of mortality and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older demographics, while the proportion of the population with private health insurance is very low at roughly 46% of residents (~2,192 people). This compares to a rate of 48.9% throughout Regional SA. The national average stands at 55.7%. The most prevalent health issues recorded in the region were arthritis and mental health challenges, affecting 10.6 and 9.0% of the community, respectively, while 61.7% of residents reported having no long-term health conditions compared to 62.5% across Regional SA.
Residents of working age experience notable health difficulties with higher rates of chronic illness. The locality has 28.2% of its population aged 65 and older (1,336 people), which exceeds the 27.1% figure for Regional SA. Health outcomes for older residents present some difficulties, with national rankings aligning closely with the broader community.
Frequently Asked Questions - Health
Renmark is largely Australian-born, at 81.1% of residents, with 17.6% speaking a language other than English at home. The largest reported ancestries are English (28.4%) and Australian (27.6%). 3.5% of residents identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. Ancestry, language and country of birth are counted only by the Census, so these are 2021 figures.
Detail
Renmark displays elevated levels of cultural diversity relative to averages, with 18.9% of the population born outside Australia and 17.6% communicating in a language other than English in their homes. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 43.3% of the local population. The most prominent statistical variance is seen in the Other category, which represents 6.4% of residents, a level far exceeding the Regional SA average of 0.8%. Regarding ancestral origins (parents' country of birth), the three most common backgrounds in Renmark are English, representing 28.4% of the population, Australian, representing 27.6% of the population, and Other, representing 8.9% of the population, which is much higher than the regional average of 3.5%.
There are also distinct differences in the proportions of other backgrounds: German origins represent 8.7% of Renmark (compared to 8.2% in the region), Greek represents 3.0% (compared to 0.6% regionally), and Australian Aboriginal represents 3.5% (compared to 3.3% regionally).
Frequently Asked Questions - Diversity
The median resident of Renmark is 44. 21.8% of residents are aged 15 to 34. Age cohorts are not raw Census counts: the Census split is re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections.
Detail
The median age in Renmark is 44 years, which is slightly younger than the Regional SA average of 47 but higher than the Australian median of 38. The age distribution reveals that 25 - 34 year-olds are highly represented at 13.1%, whereas the 55 - 64 age bracket is smaller (11.4%) than in Regional SA. Post-2021 Census data indicates the 75 to 84 age cohort has increased from 8.8% to 10.2% of the population. In contrast, the 15 to 24 age bracket has dropped from 10.6% to 8.7%. Demographic projections suggest Renmark's age structure will shift considerably by 2041.
The 85+ cohort is expected to grow substantially, rising by 171 people (83%) from 205 to 377. Residents aged 65 and over will account for 79% of the overall population increase, highlighting demographic aging trends. At the same time, the numbers of residents in the 0 to 4 and 35 to 44 age categories are expected to decrease.
Frequently Asked Questions - Age
Data & MethodBoundaries, Sources & Method for Renmark
8 of 14 data sections on this page were updated within the last 12 months — the newest current to Aug 2026.
Everything is aggregated to the SA2 boundary shown above, on a 2021 Census baseline. Only 3 sections — housing, households and cultural diversity — still wait on the 2026 Census.
The ledger — source, cycle and currency by section
| Section | Source & update cycle | Currency |
|---|---|---|
| Updated within the last 12 months 8 sections | ||
| Population | ABS, GNAF, Geoscience Australia Annual (ABS ERP) | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release) and updated with new dwellings from GNAF address data. Current to May 2026, with the 2021 Census supplying the small-area baseline. | ||
| Age profile | ABS, Geoscience Australia, State governments Annual | May 2026 3 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Age cohorts are re-based to the latest ABS population estimates and state projections, current to May 2026. Each cohort is held as a Census baseline and a current estimate. | ||
| Development & approvals | ABS, GNAF Monthly (ABS approvals) | Jun 2026 2 months ago headline measures · May 2026 baseline |
| Property sales & rents | Valuer General, Rental Board, ABS Weekly sales, quarterly rents | Aug 2026 this month all 21 measures |
| Sales from the state Valuer General register, refreshed weekly, and rents from quarterly rental bond lodgements. Both are read live each time this page loads, current to Aug 2026. | ||
| Employment | ABS, DEWR, JSA Quarterly (ABS SALM) | Mar 2026 5 months ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Unemployment and labour force from ABS Small Area Labour Markets, current to Mar 2026. The growth outlook applies Department of Employment (now Jobs and Skills Australia) forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to the local industry mix, so it measures sector composition rather than local expansion and makes no allowance for population growth. Job demand comes from the same agency via its Internet Vacancy Index; industry and occupation structure from the 2021 Census. | ||
| Education | ABS, ACARA Annual (ACARA) | Aug 2026 this month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Transport | ABS, State Transport Departments Each timetable release | Jul 2026 last month headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Services & amenities | Provider directories, ACECQA Continuous | Jul 2026 last month all 14 measures |
| Annual and financial-year sources 3 sections | ||
| Infrastructure projects | Infrastructure Australia, State agencies, Local governments Daily | Jul 2025 about a year ago all 6 projects tracked here |
| Project pipeline maintained continuously from Infrastructure Australia, state agencies, local government and public announcements. Records are added and revised daily; this area was last updated Jul 2025. | ||
| Income | ABS, ATO Annual (ATO) | FY 2023 3 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| ATO taxable income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index. Census household income provides the distribution detail. | ||
| Health | ABS, ATO Annual | 2024 2 years ago headline measures · 2021 Census baseline |
| Census-measured — next update: 2026 Census 3 sections No more current small-area source exists for these, so they are labelled as Census-measured rather than implied to be current. | ||
| Housing | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 30 measures |
| Households | ABS 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 18 measures |
| Cultural diversity | ABS, Geoscience Australia 5-yearly (Census) | 2021 Census next update 2026 all 44 measures |
"Currency" is the most recent release feeding that section. Where the Census supplies the structural baseline underneath a current headline figure, the row says so.
How the numbers are built
Population
The Census provides the small-area baseline, aggregated from mesh blocks to this boundary. It is then re-based to the ABS Estimated Resident Population (June 2025 release), and new dwellings built since Census night are counted from address data — 91 validated new addresses here. The headline figure is therefore a current estimate for May 2026, not a 2021 count (4,705 at the 2021 Census → 4,735 now). Annual growth rates are compound (CAGR), not simple averages.
Age profile
Cohort shares are not raw Census counts. Every cohort is held as a pair — the Census baseline and a current estimate — and the split is re-based using ERP and state population projections, current to May 2026. Median age is the Census median plus modelled change since. Charts that show both are labelled "2021 Census vs Current Estimate".
Property sales
Sourced from the state valuation authority's sales register — current, not Census, and refreshed weekly. Medians are calculated from settled transactions in the period shown; periods with very low transaction counts are flagged or suppressed, because a handful of sales can move a median substantially.
Rents
Derived from state rental bond lodgement data, by dwelling type and bedroom count. Bonds are lodged at the start of a new tenancy, so this reflects new lettings, not the whole rented stock.
Development & infrastructure
Building approvals come from current ABS releases; development applications are collected from council and state planning portals; the infrastructure pipeline is compiled from Infrastructure Australia and local government sources. Applications are matched to this boundary by address or coordinates, so very recent lodgements may not yet appear.
Employment & income
Industry and occupation structure comes from the Census, but the headline labour-market indicators do not. Unemployment and labour force are derived from ABS Small Area Labour Markets (quarterly). The employment outlook applies Department of Employment forecasts for all 19 industry divisions to this area's own industry mix (the agency is now Jobs and Skills Australia), as does the Internet Vacancy Index used for job demand. Because it is weighted on industry composition alone, that outlook carries no allowance for local population growth — in fast-growing areas the real rise in local jobs will typically be higher. Income combines Census household income with ATO taxable-income statistics for FY 2023, indexed forward using the Wage Price Index.
Education, transport & amenities
School enrolments, ICSEA and performance come from ACARA's current release, not the Census. Public transport stops and service frequency are derived from GTFS timetable feeds published by state transport departments. Services and amenities are proximity and count scores built from provider directories, refreshed on their own cycle. The Census contributes only the travel-to-work and qualification measures.
Rankings and benchmarks. Where we rank this area, the comparison set is every area of the same boundary type — suburbs against suburbs, SA2s against SA2s. Benchmarks compare this area against its greater capital city region and the national figure for the same measure and period.
Limits worth knowing. Small areas carry larger error margins, and the ABS introduces small random adjustments to Census counts to protect confidentiality — so totals may not sum exactly. Estimates re-based from regional data describe the area's expected trajectory, not a direct count of it. Figures are indicative for research and are not financial, planning or valuation advice.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (407031167). QuickStats reports 2021 only — the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.