Boorooma

Boorooma lies within the top 10% of areas nationally in terms of population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of short and medium-term trends

As of May 2026, the population of Boorooma is estimated to be around 1,910 people. This reflects an increase from the 2021 Census figure of 1,741 people, representing a growth of 169 individuals (9.7%). The latest resident population estimate by AreaSearch, following examination of ABS ERP data released in June 2025 and validation of new addresses since the Census date, is 1,887 people. This results in a population density ratio of 1,273 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the average seen across national locations assessed by AreaSearch. Boorooma's growth rate of 9.7% since the 2021 census surpassed both the SA4 region (2.2%) and the SA3 area, positioning it as a growth leader in the region. Interstate migration contributed approximately 36.0% of overall population gains during recent periods, with all drivers including natural growth and overseas migration being positive factors.

AreaSearch is utilising ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with 2022 as the base year, for areas covered by this data. For areas not covered, NSW State Government's SA2 level projections released in 2022 with 2021 as the base year are used. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Based on aggregated SA2-level projections, Boorooma is predicted to experience exceptional growth among national regional areas over the period, with an expected increase of 1,186 persons to 2041, reflecting a total increase of 60.9% over the 16 years.

AreaSearch analysis of residential development drivers sees Boorooma recording a relatively average level of approval activity when compared to local markets analysed countrywide

Boorooma has seen approximately 12 new homes approved annually based on AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers. Over the past five financial years, from FY-21 to FY-25, around 64 homes were approved, with an additional 11 approved in FY-26 so far. This results in an average of 7.1 people moving to the area per year for each dwelling built during this period.

The demand for housing significantly outpaces supply, which can put upward pressure on prices and increase competition among buyers. New properties are constructed at an average expected cost value of $430,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. This financial year has seen $28.7 million in commercial approvals registered, indicating robust local business investment. Comparatively, Boorooma shows 60.0% higher new home approvals per person than the Rest of NSW, offering greater choice for buyers. However, building activity has slowed in recent years.

New development consists of 75.0% detached dwellings and 25.0% medium and high-density housing, sustaining the area's suburban identity with a concentration of family homes suited to buyers seeking space. This represents a notable shift from the current housing composition, which is 92.0% houses, indicating decreasing availability of developable sites and reflecting changing lifestyles and the need for more diverse, affordable housing options. Boorooma has an average of around 734 people per approval, indicating a mature, established area. According to the latest AreaSearch quarterly estimate, Boorooma is expected to grow by 1,163 residents through to 2041. If current construction levels persist, housing supply could lag population growth, likely intensifying buyer competition and underpinning price growth.

Boorooma has very high levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 20% nationally

Changes in local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. One major project identified by AreaSearch is expected to affect the region: Boorooma Neighbourhood Shopping Centre. Other key projects include Northern Growth Area Sewer Upgrades, Inland Rail - Albury to Illabo, and Wagga Wagga Special Activation Precinct. The following details those most relevant.

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The exceptional employment performance in Boorooma places it among Australia's strongest labour markets

Boorooma has a highly educated workforce with prominent representation in essential services sectors. The unemployment rate was 0.3% as of December 2025, according to AreaSearch's aggregation of statistical area data. In this month, 1,043 residents were employed while the unemployment rate was 3.7% lower than Regional NSW's rate of 3.9%.

Workforce participation in Boorooma stood at 75.4%, surpassing Regional NSW's figure of 60.5%. Based on Census responses, only 9.1% of residents worked from home, though Covid-19 lockdown impacts should be considered. Key industries of employment among residents were health care & social assistance, education & training, and public administration & safety. Boorooma had a particular specialization in public administration & safety, with an employment share 1.7 times the regional level.

Conversely, agriculture, forestry & fishing was under-represented, with only 2.2% of Boorooma's workforce compared to 5.3% in Regional NSW. The predominantly residential area appeared to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by the difference between Census working population and resident population figures. Over a 12-month period ending in December 2025, labour force decreased by 3.6%, alongside a 3.3% employment decline, causing unemployment to fall by 0.3 percentage points. This contrasted with Regional NSW where employment fell by 1.2%, labour force contracted by 0.8%, and unemployment rose by 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 offered insights into potential future demand within Boorooma. These projections, covering five and ten-year periods, were mapped against the local employment profile to estimate growth patterns. National employment was forecast to expand by 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these industry-specific projections to Boorooma's employment mix suggested local employment should increase by 6.6% over five years and 13.9% over ten years, though this was a simple weighting extrapolation for illustrative purposes only and did not account for localized population projections.

The economic profile demonstrates exceptional strength, placing the area among the top 10% nationally based on comprehensive AreaSearch income analysis

AreaSearch reports that Boorooma suburb had a median income among taxpayers of $71,577 and an average level of $87,309 in financial year 2023. Nationally, these figures are high compared to the regional NSW levels of $52,390 and $65,215 respectively. By March 2026, estimated median income is approximately $78,964 and average income is around $96,319, based on a 10.32% Wage Price Index growth since financial year 2023. According to the 2021 Census, Boorooma's household incomes rank between the 83rd and 87th percentiles nationally. Income distribution shows that 44.2% of residents (844 people) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income bracket, reflecting patterns seen in the region where 29.9% occupy this range. Boorooma has a substantial proportion of high earners, with 31.9% earning above $3,000 per week, indicating strong economic capacity. Housing costs consume 15.9% of income, but strong earnings place disposable income at the 86th percentile nationally. The area's SEIFA income ranking places it in the 8th decile.

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

Boorooma's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 92.3% houses and 7.6% other dwellings such as semi-detached homes, apartments, and 'other' dwellings. This compares to Regional NSW's 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Boorooma stood at 12.5%, with the remaining dwellings being mortgaged (50.5%) or rented (37.0%). The median monthly mortgage repayment in Boorooma was $1,950, above Regional NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent figure in Boorooma was recorded at $415, compared to Regional NSW's $330. Nationally, Boorooma's mortgage repayments were higher than the Australian average of $1,863, while rents were substantially above the national figure of $375.

Boorooma features high concentrations of group households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households account for 75.8% of all households, consisting of couples with children (45.7%), couples without children (21.7%), and single parent families (6.2%). Non-family households constitute the remaining 24.2%, with lone person households at 14.6% and group households comprising 9.8%. The median household size is 3.0 people, which is larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

Boorooma demonstrates exceptional educational outcomes, ranking among the top 5% of areas nationally based on AreaSearch's comprehensive analysis of qualification and performance metrics

In Boorooma, residents aged 15 and above have a higher proportion of university qualifications than broader regional benchmarks. Specifically, 36.1% of residents hold such qualifications, compared to 18.7% in the SA4 region and 20.4% in the SA3 area. This educational advantage is driven by various credentials including bachelor degrees (25.6%), postgraduate qualifications (6.4%), and graduate diplomas (4.1%). Vocational skills are also prominent, with 35.1% of residents holding advanced diplomas (11.0%) or certificates (24.1%).

Educational participation is notably high in Boorooma, with 39.1% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 13.5% in tertiary education, 10.9% in primary education, and 5.6% pursuing secondary education.

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

Boorooma has 14 active public transport stops operating within it, all of which are bus stops. These stops are serviced by a total of 16 different routes that collectively provide 359 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility to these transport services is rated as excellent, with residents typically located just 174 meters from the nearest stop. As Boorooma is primarily residential, most commuting patterns involve outward travel, with cars being the dominant mode of transportation at a rate of 99%. On average, there are 1.8 vehicles owned per dwelling in Boorooma, which is higher than the regional average. According to the 2021 Census, only 9.1% of residents work from home, which may be influenced by COVID-19 conditions.

The service frequency averages out to 51 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 25 weekly trips per individual stop.

Boorooma's residents are relatively healthy in comparison to broader Australia with the level of common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical, though higher than the nation's average among older cohorts

Boorooma's health metrics are close to national benchmarks. AreaSearch assessed mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence, finding common health conditions among the general population somewhat typical but higher than the national average among older cohorts. The rate of private health cover is exceptionally high at approximately 61% of the total population (1,172 people), compared to 51.9% across Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are asthma and mental health issues, impacting 10.5 and 7.2% of residents respectively, while 76.1% declared themselves completely clear of medical ailments compared to 63.3% across Regional NSW. Working-age residents are notably healthy with low chronic condition prevalence. The area has 4.1% of residents aged 65 and over (78 people), which is lower than the 23.4% in Regional NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, though they rank lower nationally than the broader population.

The level of cultural diversity witnessed in Boorooma was found to be slightly above average when compared nationally for a number of language and cultural background related metrics

Boorooma's cultural diversity was above average, with 19.3% of its population born overseas and 18.1% speaking a language other than English at home. Christianity was the main religion in Boorooma, comprising 54.1%. The most notable overrepresentation was in Other religions, which made up 1.7%, compared to Regional NSW's 0.8%.

For ancestry, Australian was the top group at 29.9%, followed by English at 25.5% (lower than the regional average of 30.5%), and Other at 9.2%. Notably, Indian ethnicity was overrepresented at 4.6% compared to Regional NSW's 0.6%, while Australian Aboriginal was underrepresented at 3.3% versus 4.6%. Maltese ethnicity remained similar at 0.4%.

Boorooma hosts a very young demographic, ranking in the bottom 10% of areas nationwide

Boorooma's median age is 27, which is younger than Regional NSW's figure of 43 and Australia's national average of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, Boorooma has a higher proportion of residents aged 25-34 (23.0%), but fewer residents aged 55-64 (4.0%). This 25-34 concentration is significantly higher than the national figure of 14.6%. Between the 2021 Census and the present, the population aged 35 to 44 has grown from 15.5% to 18.7%, while the 5 to 14 cohort increased from 14.2% to 15.7%. Conversely, the 25 to 34 cohort has decreased from 24.4% to 23.0%, and the 0 to 4 group dropped from 12.0% to 10.7%. By 2041, population forecasts indicate substantial demographic changes for Boorooma. The 25 to 34 cohort is projected to grow by 78%, adding 344 residents to reach a total of 784. Meanwhile, the 85+ cohort is expected to show no growth (adding 0 people).