Temora

Temora is positioned among the lower quartile of areas assessed nationally for population growth based on AreaSearch's assessment of recent, and medium term trends

As of February 2026, the estimated population of the suburb of Temora is around 4,772, reflecting an increase of 66 people since the 2021 Census. This increase represents a growth rate of 1.4%. The resident population was estimated at 4,599 by AreaSearch following examination of the latest ERP data release by the ABS in June 2024, with an additional 3 validated new addresses since the Census date contributing to this figure. This results in a population density ratio of 16.0 persons per square kilometer. Temora's growth rate since census is within 2.8 percentage points of the SA3 area (4.2%), indicating competitive growth fundamentals. Overseas migration contributed approximately 57.99999999999999% of overall population gains during recent periods in the suburb.

AreaSearch is adopting 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 for areas not covered by this data, released in 2022 with a base year of 2021. Growth rates by age group from these aggregations are applied to all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Population projections indicate an increase just below the median of national regional areas, with the suburb expected to gain 249 persons by 2041, reflecting a total growth rate of 3.1% over the 17-year period.

Residential development activity is lower than average in Temora according to AreaSearch's national comparison of local real estate markets

AreaSearch analysis of ABS building approval numbers indicates Temora has seen approximately 22 new homes approved annually over the past five financial years, totalling an estimated 114 homes. As of FY-26, 15 approvals have been recorded. Despite population decline, development activity has been adequate relative to other areas. New homes are being built at an average construction cost value of $470,000, targeting the premium market segment with higher-end properties.

This financial year, Temora has registered $7.9 million in commercial approvals, reflecting its primarily residential nature. Compared to Rest of NSW, Temora maintains similar construction rates per person, supporting regional market stability patterns. New development consists of 83.0% detached dwellings and 17.0% medium and high-density housing, maintaining the area's traditional low density character focused on family homes.

With around 218 people per approval, Temora reflects a low density area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Temora is forecasted to gain 148 residents by 2041. Based on current development patterns, new housing supply should meet demand, offering good conditions for buyers and potentially facilitating population growth beyond current projections.

Temora has strong levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the top 30% nationally

Infrastructure changes greatly influence an area's performance. AreaSearch identified eight projects likely impacting the area. Key projects are Temora Hospital Redevelopment, Moses Mitre 10 Rural & Trade, SkyPark Temora, and Temora Cellars Drive Through. The following list details those most relevant.

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Employment performance in Temora has been below expectations when compared to most other areas nationally

Temora's workforce is balanced across white and blue-collar jobs with diverse sector representation. The unemployment rate was 3.8% as of September 2025, in line with Rest of NSW's rate. Employment growth over the past year was estimated at 3.3%.

There are 2,041 residents in work, but workforce participation lags behind Rest of NSW at 55.7%. Only 7.0% of residents work from home. Key industries include health care & social assistance, agriculture, forestry & fishing, and retail trade. Agriculture, forestry & fishing is notably concentrated with employment levels at 2.4 times the regional average.

Health care & social assistance has a limited presence at 13.1%. The area offers limited local employment opportunities. Over a 12-month period ending in May-25, employment increased by 3.3% while unemployment rose by 1.3 percentage points. National employment forecasts suggest Temora's employment should increase by 5.9% over five years and 12.5% over ten years.

The area's income levels rank in the lower 15% nationally based on AreaSearch comparative data

AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for financial year 2023 shows that median income in Temora is $44,459 and average income is $55,010. This is below national averages of $62,783 (median) and $78,824 (average). In Rest of NSW, median income is $52,390 and average income is $65,215. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.86% since financial year 2023, current estimates for Temora would be approximately $48,398 (median) and $59,884 (average) as of September 2025. Census 2021 income data indicates that incomes in Temora fall between the 10th and 18th percentiles nationally for households, families, and individuals. Income distribution shows that 28.0% of locals earn between $400 - $799, while in surrounding regions, 29.9% earn between $1,500 - $2,999. Despite modest housing costs allowing residents to retain 88.5% of their income, total disposable income ranks at just the 16th percentile nationally.

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

In Temora, as per the latest Census evaluation, 90.7% of dwellings were houses, with the remaining 9.4% comprising semi-detached homes, apartments, and other dwelling types. This differs from Non-Metro NSW's figures of 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Temora stood at 48.0%, with mortgaged dwellings accounting for 26.2% and rented ones making up 25.9%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,183, lower than Non-Metro NSW's average of $1,733. The median weekly rent in Temora was $240, compared to Non-Metro NSW's $330. Nationally, Temora's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households comprise 64.6% of all households, including 21.6% couples with children, 30.6% couples without children, and 10.9% single parent families. Non-family households constitute the remaining 35.4%, with lone person households at 34.3% and group households comprising 1.3%. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Rest of NSW average of 2.4.

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

The area's university qualification rate is 13.5%, significantly lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This disparity presents both a challenge and an opportunity for targeted educational initiatives. Bachelor degrees are the most prevalent at 10.4%, followed by postgraduate qualifications at 1.6% and graduate diplomas at 1.5%. Trade and technical skills are prominent, with 38.0% of residents aged 15 and above holding vocational credentials - advanced diplomas at 7.3% and certificates at 30.7%.

Educational participation is high, with 25.5% of residents currently enrolled in formal education. This includes 9.8% in primary education, 7.5% in secondary education, and 1.9% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Temora has 145 active public transport stops offering a mix of train and bus services. These are served by 17 routes providing 133 weekly passenger trips in total. Residents enjoy excellent transport accessibility, with an average distance of 161 meters to the nearest stop. The area is primarily residential, with most commuters traveling outward. Cars remain the dominant mode of transport at 90%, while 8% walk. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, only 7.0% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency across all routes averages 19 trips per day, equating to approximately 0 weekly trips per individual stop. The map accompanying the analysis shows the 100 nearest stops to the location's centrepoint.

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

Temora faces significant health challenges according to AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are substantial across both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 49% of the total population (around 2,325 people), compared to 51.9% in Rest of NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

The most common medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 11.1% of residents) and asthma (9.6%). However, 61.1% of residents report being completely clear of medical ailments, compared to 63.3% in Rest of NSW. Working-age population health challenges include elevated chronic condition rates. Temora has 29.4% of residents aged 65 and over (1,402 people), higher than the 23.4% in Rest of NSW. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings broadly in line with the general population.

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

Temora, as per the data, has a lower than average cultural diversity. 93.9% of its residents were born in Australia, with 93.5% being citizens and 96.9% speaking English exclusively at home. Christianity is the predominant religion in Temora, with 71.9%, compared to 55.9% across the rest of NSW.

The top three ancestry groups are Australian (32.5%), English (32.3%), and Irish (9.5%). Notably, German ancestry is overrepresented at 7.3% in Temora compared to the regional average of 3.1%. Similarly, Scottish ancestry stands at 8.2%, slightly higher than the regional average of 8.0%. However, Australian Aboriginal ancestry is underrepresented at 2.6%, while the regional average is 4.6%.

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

Temora's median age of 48 years is significantly older than Rest of NSW's 43 and Australia's median of 38. The age profile shows that the 75-84 year-olds are particularly prominent, comprising 10.5% of the population, while the 25-34 group is smaller at 8.6%. Post-Census data from 2021 indicates that the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 10.4% to 11.6%, whereas the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 14.5% to 13.4%. By 2041, demographic modeling suggests Temora's age profile will evolve significantly. The 25-34 age cohort is projected to grow steadily, increasing by 75 people (18%) from 410 to 486. Conversely, population declines are projected for the 65-74 and 15-24 cohorts.