Nyngan

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

As of November 2025, Nyngan's population is estimated at around 1,952 people, reflecting a decrease of 1 person since the 2021 Census. This decline is inferred from AreaSearch's resident population estimate of 1,937, based on ABS ERP data released in June 2024 and validated new addresses since the Census date. Nyngan's population density is approximately 0.90 persons per square kilometer. Over the past decade, ending in 2025, Nyngan has shown a compound annual growth rate of -1.4%, outperforming its SA3 area. Overseas migration contributed around 54% to overall population gains during recent periods. AreaSearch uses ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022, and NSW State Government's SA2 level projections where applicable, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021.

Applying these projections to Nyngan indicates a population decline by 438 persons by the year 2041.

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

Nyngan has received approximately 4 dwelling approvals annually over the past 5 financial years, totaling around 23 homes. As of FY-26, there have been 0 recorded approvals. The average construction cost value for new homes is $499,000. In FY-26, Nyngan has seen $9.4 million in commercial approvals.

Compared to the Rest of NSW, Nyngan has 77.0% more building activity per person. New development consists of 67.0% detached houses and 33.0% attached dwellings, with a growing mix of townhouses and apartments. The current housing mix is 92.0% houses. There are an estimated 349 people in the area per dwelling approval. Population projections indicate stability or decline, suggesting reduced housing demand pressures in Nyngan.

With population projections showing stability or decline, Nyngan should see reduced housing demand pressures, benefiting potential buyers.

Nyngan has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 25thth percentile nationally

No factors impact an area's performance more than local infrastructure changes, major projects, and planning initiatives. AreaSearch has identified 0 projects expected to affect this area. Notable projects include Nyngan to Cobar Pump Stations Project, Macquarie-Castlereagh Alluvium Water Resource Plan, Newell Highway Upgrade, and NSW Heavy Vehicle Rest Stops Program (TfNSW). The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Nyngan has been broadly consistent with national averages

Nyngan has a balanced workforce with both white and blue collar jobs, prominent essential services sectors, and an unemployment rate of 2.9%. As of June 2025898 residents are employed while the unemployment rate is 0.7% lower than Rest of NSW's rate of 3.7%, and workforce participation stands at 62.4% compared to Rest of NSW's 56.4%.

Dominant employment sectors include mining, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and education & training. Mining is particularly strong with an employment share 7.5 times the regional level, while health care & social assistance has limited presence at 11.1% compared to the regional 16.9%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities as indicated by the Census working population vs resident population count. Between Jun-24 and Jul-25, labour force decreased by 2.3% and employment by 3.4%, causing unemployment rate to rise by 1.1 percentage points.

By comparison, Rest of NSW saw employment decline of 0.1%, labour force growth of 0.3%, with unemployment rising 0.4 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia forecasts from Sep-22 suggest national employment will expand by 6.6% over five years and 11.6% over ten years, but growth rates vary significantly between sectors. Applying these projections to Nyngan's employment mix indicates local employment should increase by 5.1% over five years and 11.6% over ten years, though this is a simplified extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Nyngan's median income among taxpayers was $50,754 in financial year 2022. The average income stood at $62,674 during the same period. These figures are slightly lower than those for Rest of NSW, which were $49,459 and $62,998 respectively. Based on a Wage Price Index growth of 12.61% since financial year 2022, current estimates suggest Nyngan's median income would be approximately $57,154 and the average income around $70,577 by September 2025. According to Census 2021 data, incomes in Nyngan rank modestly, between the 30th and 42nd percentiles for household, family, and personal incomes. Specifically, 29.1% of Nyngan's population (568 individuals) fall within the $1,500 - 2,999 income range, similar to the regional pattern where 29.9% occupy this range. Housing costs are manageable with 91.0% retained, but disposable income is below average at the 39th percentile.

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

Nyngan's dwelling structures, as per the latest Census, consisted of 92.3% houses and 7.7% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro NSW's figures of 90.0% houses and 10.0% other dwellings. Home ownership in Nyngan was at 41.9%, with mortgaged dwellings at 25.6% and rented ones at 32.5%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,083, higher than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,000. Median weekly rent in Nyngan was $200, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $180. Nationally, Nyngan's mortgage repayments were lower at $1,083 versus the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially lower at $200 compared to the national figure of $375.

Nyngan features high concentrations of lone person households, with a higher-than-average median household size

Family households comprise 65.3% of all households, including 26.6% couples with children, 26.2% couples without children, and 10.9% single parent families. Non-family households account for the remaining 34.7%, with lone person households at 32.4% and group households comprising 2.2%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is larger than the Rest of NSW average of 2.3.

Nyngan faces educational challenges, with performance metrics placing it in the bottom quartile of areas assessed nationally

The area faces educational challenges, with university qualification rates at 15.1%, significantly below the NSW average of 32.2%. This presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 10.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (2.4%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 35.0% of residents aged 15+ holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas (6.5%) and certificates (28.5%).

Educational participation is high, with 28.4% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 11.1% in primary education, 7.6% in secondary education, and 1.9% pursuing tertiary education. Nyngan's three schools have a combined enrollment reaching 380 students as of the latest data. The area demonstrates varied educational conditions with an ICSEA index of 860. Education provision is balanced with two primary and one secondary school serving distinct age groups. School capacity exceeds typical residential needs, with 19.5 places per 100 residents compared to the regional average of 15.9, indicating that the area serves as an educational center for the broader region.

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

Nyngan has 77 active public transport stops, offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 14 individual routes that collectively provide 105 weekly passenger trips. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 152 meters to the nearest stop.

Service frequency averages 15 trips per day across all routes, resulting in approximately one weekly trip per stop.

Health performance in Nyngan is lower than average with common health conditions somewhat prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts

Nyngan faces significant health challenges with common health conditions prevalent across both younger and older age cohorts.

Approximately 52% (~1,009 people) have private health cover, slightly lower than the average SA2 area. The most common medical conditions are arthritis (8.4%) and asthma (7.9%). 68.9% of residents reported no medical ailments, compared to 65.9% in Rest of NSW. 22.1% of residents are aged 65 and over (431 people), higher than the 20.2% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors are above average, better than the general population in health metrics.

The latest Census data sees Nyngan placing among the least culturally diverse areas in the country when compared across a range of language and cultural background related metrics

Nyngan's cultural diversity was below average, with 91.5% citizens, 93.5% born in Australia, and 95.6% speaking English only at home. Christianity dominated Nyngan at 70.0%, compared to 67.2% across Rest of NSW. Top ancestry groups were Australian (35.7%), English (28.9%), and Australian Aboriginal (13.5%).

Irish representation was notably higher at 8.7% versus regional 8.0%. Lebanese stood at 0.2%, compared to 0.1% regionally, and Maori was 0.3% against 0.2%.

Nyngan hosts an older demographic, ranking in the top quartile nationwide

Nyngan's median age is 41 years, which is lower than the Rest of NSW average of 43 but exceeds the national average of 38 years. The 0-4 age group comprises 7.4% of Nyngan's population, higher than the Rest of NSW figure, while the 65-74 cohort makes up 8.9%, which is lower compared to the rest of NSW. According to post-2021 Census data, the 0-4 age group has increased from 6.2% to 7.4% of Nyngan's population. Conversely, the 45-54 cohort has decreased from 12.7% to 10.0%. Demographic modeling indicates significant changes in Nyngan's age profile by 2041. The 85+ cohort is projected to grow strongly at a rate of -6%, adding approximately -5 residents, reaching a total of 75. In contrast, population declines are forecast for the 85+ and 35-44 cohorts.