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West Wodonga has an estimated 14,815 residents, up 0.1% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in West Wodonga.
Updated 14 Oct 2026.
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The suburb of West Wodonga lies 226 kilometres west-southwest of the Canberra CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 14,815 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. This reflects minimal change since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 14,794 people.
Economically, the suburb shows a notable retail trade employment base, elevated manufacturing employment, a strong service amenity offering, affordable housing options, a pronounced public administration employment presence and a substantial healthcare employment focus. Residents display a fairly standard age composition, with a median age of 39, and the area shows moderate population expansion patterns.
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01Profile
The analysis, national rankings and who lives there.
The suburb of West Wodonga lies 226 kilometres west-southwest of the Canberra CBD. Based on AreaSearch's analysis, its population is estimated at around 14,815 as of Aug 2026, drawing on aggregated SA2-level ERP counts released yearly and national address file data updated each quarter. This reflects minimal change since the 2021 Census, which reported a population of 14,794 people.
Economically, the suburb shows a notable retail trade employment base, elevated manufacturing employment, a strong service amenity offering, affordable housing options, a pronounced public administration employment presence and a substantial healthcare employment focus. Residents display a fairly standard age composition, with a median age of 39, and the area shows moderate population expansion patterns.
Estimated resident population by year (ABS, not Census counts): 13,732 in 2006 and 14,779 in 2025. The dashed segment ends at the AreaSearch estimate for Aug 2026: 14,815 (ABS June 2025 base).
Share of residents in each age band (ABS age profile, scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate). Largest: 15 to 24, 13.7%.
Share of households in each weekly household income band (2021 Census). Largest: $1,500 - 2,999, 34.2%.
West Wodonga ranks in the 80th percentile nationally for amenities and the 70th for infrastructure drivers.
Each bar and spoke is a national percentile; the dashed ring is the typical area. 99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better. Orange marks the top three measures where a higher percentile is better; not Age, Housing or Housing Cost.
02Market and pipeline
Rents, sale prices and what is being built.
The median rent in West Wodonga is $507 a week, for the 12 months to Sep 2025 and 11% above Regional Vic..
11% above Regional Vic. on median weekly rent
Median weekly rent by year, lodged bonds. Houses (solid line): $311 in 2017, $516 in 2025; Units (dashed orange line): $216 in 2017, $349 in 2025. The latest is to Sep 2025.
The change over 12 months, by dwelling type, is charted in Full.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent | $507 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, houses | $516 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, units | $349 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Wodonga - Alpine | $508 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, Hume | $468 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median rent, Regional Vic. | $458 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 | |
| Median rent, VIC | $560 a week | Rental bond lodgements, median for the 12 months to Sep 2025 |
AreaSearch tracks 5 projects in West Wodonga (2 under construction) and 65 more in the surrounding area.
Major $73 million expansion of the wastewater treatment plant to double capacity from current levels to support Wodonga's growing residential and industrial population. Features covered anaerobic lagoons for biogas recovery and renewable electricity generation, reducing emissions by over 50% annually.
Australia's first commercial deployment of parabolic trough concentrated solar thermal (CST) technology. The $39.3 million project includes an 18-megawatt CST plant providing up to 10 hours of thermal energy storage for cooking pet food.
Expansion of the existing Belvoir Village Motel with construction of a double storey building comprising 20 additional motel units, creation of a new road access, and associated landscaping works on the 2-acre property. The existing motel currently operates 12 rooms and this expansion would bring the total accommodation to 32 units.
A 10 MW renewable hydrogen production facility using solar-powered electrolysis. Produces green hydrogen that is blended at up to 10% into the local Albury-Wodonga gas network, serving over 40,000 customers. Officially opened in September 2024 and now fully operational.
A completed 3 megawatt solar farm featuring 6,500 panels with single-axis tracking system, now powering the Wodonga Wastewater Treatment Plant with renewable energy. Operational since August 2023, the facility generates enough electricity to power the treatment plant during daylight hours with surplus energy fed back to the grid.
The House Creek Precinct housing renewal in Wodonga replaces 17 ageing public housing properties with modern, energy-efficient, and accessible homes. Delivered under Homes Victoria's Big Housing Build and Regional Housing Fund, the redevelopment will yield at least 41 new social and affordable dwellings across Schlink, Hereford, and Carkeek Streets.
Stage 2 expansion of Mann Central in Wodonga CBD adds approximately 1,172 sqm of new retail, food, dining and allied health tenancies through infill development along High Street and Elgin Boulevard. The project will activate street frontages, improve pedestrian links and complete the overall Mann Central precinct.
New splash park and aquatic facility at Oddies Creek featuring water play areas, swimming facilities, and recreational amenities for families and children in the Wodonga community.
The Wodonga Creek Activation Project links the Wodonga CBD, Belvoir Park, and Gateway Island via an active transport pathway network and waterfront open-space enhancements along Wodonga Creek.
Australia's largest regional urban renewal project transforming the 10.8-hectare former Wodonga Railway Station into a CBD expansion. Development Victoria settled four sites (1, 3, 4, 5) with Birchmore Group in July 2025, while TVN On-Country is the developer for Site 2.
The redevelopment of the former Wodonga Police Station site into a private surgical hospital and specialist medical precinct. Developed by Nexus Hospitals, the facility features the 104-bed Wodonga Private Hospital and integrated specialist consulting suites.
Replacement of the Brockley Street bridge over House Creek with a new two-lane concrete bridge compliant with modern design and load limits. The upgrade increases load capacity to 160 tonnes and incorporates wider shared pedestrian and cycling paths on both sides with safety barriers.
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Estimated completion year of the 40 projects in and around the area that are not yet completed and have one: 2025 2, 2026 15, 2027 13, 2028 5, 2029 1, 2030 2, 2031 0, 2032 1, 2033 0, 2034 0, 2035 1. 13 have no completion year.
AreaSearch has tracked 2 substantial development applications lodged in and around West Wodonga over the period covered (about 3.3 years), none in the last 12 months. Coverage varies by council.
Status of the 2 tracked applications: 0 approved, 0 under assessment, 2 other (refused, withdrawn or no status).
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tracked applications | 2 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area, period covered (about 3.3 years) | |
| Tracked, last 12 months | 0 | Tracked by AreaSearch, in and around the area | |
| ABS building approvals | 3.3 per 1,000 people | ABS building approvals | 44th percentile nationally |
| Average approvals a year | 49 | ABS building approvals | 59th percentile nationally |
Key infrastructure and planning changes likely to influence the suburb of West Wodonga include: Wodonga Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion (Construction); Belvoir Village Motel Expansion - Additional 20 Motel Units (Under Assessment); Hydrogen Park Murray Valley (HyP Murray Valley) (Completed); Mars Wodonga Solar Thermal Plant (Construction); and Wodonga Solar Farm (Completed). These projects represent significant developments that will shape the area's future infrastructure landscape.
Infrastructure development impacting the suburb of West Wodonga spans multiple sectors including Energy, Communities, Precincts & Urban Renewal, and Tourism, among others.
On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in West Wodonga compared with local real estate markets nationally.
Dwelling approval activity in the suburb of West Wodonga area has seen 82 residential approvals over the past two financial years, based on AreaSearch's SA2 aggregation method. The suburb of West Wodonga's current population of 14,815 has been supported by 49 approvals on average over recent years.
The suburb of West Wodonga has seen 3.3 approvals per 1,000 people in recent years, compared to 7.6 approvals in Regional Vic.. This means that one dwelling has been approved for every 360 people in the suburb of West Wodonga, compared to one for every 145 in Regional Vic..
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Looking at development activity over the past five years, the suburb of West Wodonga's approval levels have been significantly above the yearly average of 49, indicating strong recent growth in development activity.
Over the past five years, the suburb of West Wodonga has seen 247 residential approvals while population has remained stable or declined, indicating potential market oversupply.
03People
Population, age, income, work, education and more.
99th = higher than 99 in every 100 neighbourhood-sized areas across Australia (ABS SA2 areas). Higher means more of the measure, not necessarily better.
An assessment of population growth drivers in West Wodonga reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 14,815 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | |
| Growth since 2021 Census | +0.1% | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | 8th percentile nationally |
| Population density | 336 per km² | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, from the ABS June 2025 base | 38th percentile nationally |
| Average yearly growth, 2020 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Average yearly growth, 2015 to 2025 | 0.0% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population at the 2021 Census | 14,794 | 2021 Census | |
| Residents added since the 2021 Census | 21 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026, against the 2021 Census | |
| Average yearly growth, 2022 to 2025 | +0.1% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Population growth, 2024 to 2025 | +0.2% | ABS estimated resident population series to June 2025 | |
| Land area | 44.09 km² | AreaSearch boundary analysis |
Total population for the suburb of West Wodonga was estimated to be approximately 14,815 as at Aug 2026. This is based upon an estimated resident population of 14,779 from the ABS up to June 2025.
The suburb of West Wodonga has added approximately 21 people and shown a 0.14% increase from the 14,794 people recorded at the 2021 Census period.
The population density in the suburb of West Wodonga is estimated at 336 persons per square kilometre based on the latest population estimate.
Over the past 10 years, the population in the suburb of West Wodonga has shown a compound annual growth rate of 0.0% per annum.
Population growth in the suburb of West Wodonga is driven by: Overseas migration (55.00000000000001%), Natural increase (45.0%), Interstate migration (0.0%). The primary driver is Overseas migration, contributing 55.00000000000001% of overall population gains.
West Wodonga's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age | 39 years | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | 49th percentile nationally |
| Aged 65 and over | 20.5% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Children under 15 | 17.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 34 | 25.8% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 64 | 48.4% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median age at the 2021 Census | 39 years | 2021 Census | |
| Aged 0 to 4 | 5.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 5 to 14 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 15 to 24 | 13.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 25 to 34 | 12.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 35 to 44 | 11.9% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 45 to 54 | 11.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 55 to 64 | 12.7% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 65 to 74 | 11.3% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 75 to 84 | 7.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate | |
| Aged 85 and over | 2.1% | ABS estimated resident population age profile (June 2025), scaled to the Aug 2026 AreaSearch estimate |
AreaSearch estimates the median age in the suburb of West Wodonga at 39 years as at August 2026. That is in line with the 2021 Census figure of 39 years, on an age profile AreaSearch re-estimates for population change recorded since the Census.
At an estimated 39 years as at August 2026, West Wodonga is 4 years younger than the Regional Vic. 2021 Census average (43 years) yet comparable to the national Census average (38 years).
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most over-represented age group in the suburb of West Wodonga compared to the Regional Vic. region is the 15 - 24 group, making up 13.7% of the population.
On AreaSearch estimates updated to August 2026, the most under-represented age group in the suburb of West Wodonga compared to the Regional Vic. region is the 65 - 74 group, making up 11.3% of the population.
No, the age distribution in the suburb of West Wodonga is broadly in line with Regional Vic..
AreaSearch estimates children aged 0-14 years at 17.8% of the population in the suburb of West Wodonga as at August 2026.
AreaSearch estimates people aged 65 and over at 20.5% of the population in the suburb of West Wodonga as at August 2026.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median taxable income (ATO) | $57,078 a year | ATO FY-24, annual | 41st percentile nationally |
| Average taxable income | $63,646 a year | ATO FY-24, annual |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census household income / week | $1,452 | 2021 Census, weekly | 32nd percentile nationally |
| Census personal income / week | $757 | 2021 Census, weekly | 40th percentile nationally |
| High-income households | 14.0% | 2021 Census | |
| Census family income / week | $1,885 | 2021 Census, weekly | |
| Low-income households | 26.0% | 2021 Census |
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of West Wodonga is approximately $60,845. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded a median of $57,078.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of West Wodonga is approximately $67,847. The official ATO data from FY-24 recorded an average of $63,646.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated median taxable income in the suburb of West Wodonga is approximately $60,845 compared to $57,266 in Regional Vic.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $57,078 and $53,720 respectively.
Based on Wage Price Index adjustments to June 2026, the estimated average taxable income in the suburb of West Wodonga is approximately $67,847 compared to $70,544 in Regional Vic.. The official ATO data from FY-24 shows $63,646 and $66,176 respectively.
As per the 2021 Census, the weekly household income bracket containing the largest proportion of the suburb of West Wodonga's households (~34.2% / 1,947 households) is the $1,500 - 2,999 cohort.
The largest weekly household income cohort in the suburb of West Wodonga is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing about 34.2% of households. In comparison, Regional Vic.'s largest household income cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 group, representing 30.3% of its households, according to the 2021 Census.
The 2021 Census data indicates that the median household income in the suburb of West Wodonga is $1,452/wk.
According to the 2021 Census, the median family income in the suburb of West Wodonga is $1,885/wk.
The 2021 Census shows that the median personal income in the suburb of West Wodonga is $757/wk.
AreaSearch's latest postcode level ATO data for FY-24 reveals that income in the suburb of West Wodonga is below the national average, with the median assessed at $57,078 while the average income stands at $63,646. This contrasts to Regional Vic.'s figures of a median income of $53,720 and an average income of $66,176. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 6.6% since FY-24, current estimates would be approximately $60,845 (median) and $67,847 (average) as of June 2026.
The estimated disposable income in the suburb of West Wodonga is $5,375 per year according to AreaSearch analysis.
The suburb of West Wodonga's disposable income is $5,375 compared to $5,209 for Regional Vic., based on AreaSearch analysis.
AreaSearch assessment indicates West Wodonga faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unemployment rate | 6.0% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Workforce participation | 63.5% | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Employed residents | 7,284 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Daytime population | 11,869 | AreaSearch estimate of residents and workers present on a weekday | |
| Labour force | 7,747 | ABS and DEWR labour data, compiled by AreaSearch |
As of March 2026, the suburb of West Wodonga has approximately 7,284 employed residents with an unemployment rate of 6.0%. The unemployment rate is moderate, indicating some available workforce capacity. The area faces employment challenges compared to other regions nationally.
As of March 2026, the unemployment rate in the suburb of West Wodonga stands at 6.0%, which is 2.3 percentage points above Regional Vic.'s rate of 3.7%. This higher unemployment rate may indicate local labour market challenges. For comparison, the national unemployment rate is 4.2%.
The employment landscape in the suburb of West Wodonga is dominated by several key sectors. The largest employers are health care & social assistance (17.6% of employment), retail trade (12.4%), and manufacturing (10.9%). Other significant employers include construction and public administration & safety.
Over the past year to March 2026, the suburb of West Wodonga has experienced a decline in employment, with total jobs decreasing while the labour force decreased. As a result, the unemployment rate has risen. By comparison, Regional Vic. saw employment decreased and its unemployment rate dropped.
The workforce participation rate in the suburb of West Wodonga is 63.5%, which represents the proportion of working-age residents who are either employed or actively seeking work. This healthy participation rate reflects good employment opportunities and workforce engagement. The local rate leading the Regional Vic. average of 61.1%, showing similar workforce dynamics to Regional Vic..
The suburb of West Wodonga shows notable specialisation in manufacturing, which employs 10.9% of the local workforce compared to 7.7% across Regional Vic.. This moderate specialisation indicates some local strength in the sector. The area also shows above-average employment in 2 other sectors, contributing to a distinctive economic profile.
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The suburb of West Wodonga's employment market shows weaker performance compared to most areas nationally. This suggests the need for targeted economic development initiatives. Recent job advertisement trends show the broader employment region experienced 5.3% growth, ranking 11th out of 37 regions nationally.
West Wodonga shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor qualifications | 10.8% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| Postgraduate qualifications | 2.1% | 2021 Census | 18th percentile nationally |
| University qualifications | 15.6% | 2021 Census | |
| Vocational qualifications | 30.4% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Graduate diploma or certificate | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced diploma or diploma | 11.2% | 2021 Census | 63rd percentile nationally |
| No post-school qualification | 42.8% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending an educational institution | 29.5% | 2021 Census | |
| Residents attending university or other higher education | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Residents attending primary school | 10.6% | 2021 Census | 60th percentile nationally |
| Residents attending secondary school | 8.7% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
15.6% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of West Wodonga have university qualifications, compared to 21.7% in Regional Vic..
42.8% of people aged 15 and over in the suburb of West Wodonga have no formal qualifications, compared to 40.4% in Regional Vic..
The suburb of West Wodonga ranks in the 41th percentile nationally for education based on AreaSearch's analysis of qualification and performance metrics.
The most common qualifications in the suburb of West Wodonga are: Certificate (30.4%), Advanced Diploma (11.2%), Bachelor Degree (10.8%).
29.5% of the population in the suburb of West Wodonga is currently engaged in formal education, including 10.6% in primary school, 8.7% in secondary school, 2.7% at university (all shares of total residents).
The average ICSEA (Index of Community Socio-Educational Advantage) score for schools in the suburb of West Wodonga is 983, indicating below-average socio-educational advantage compared to the national average of 1000.
There are 7 schools within the suburb of West Wodonga, with a combined enrollment of approximately 2,614 students.
The suburb of West Wodonga includes 1 primary school, 2 secondary schools, 4 combined schools.
West Wodonga features high concentrations of single parent families, with an average household size in line with Regional Vic.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median household size | 2.4 people | 2021 Census | 41st percentile nationally |
| Lone-person households | 29.1% | 2021 Census | 67th percentile nationally |
| Couples with children | 26.7% | 2021 Census | 37th percentile nationally |
| Couples without children | 26.8% | 2021 Census | 49th percentile nationally |
| One-parent families | 14.2% | 2021 Census | 84th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Group households | 2.4% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Households at the 2021 Census | 5,693 | 2021 Census | |
| Estimated households | 5,701 | AreaSearch estimate, Aug 2026 | |
| Family households | 68.4% | 2021 Census | 38th percentile nationally |
| Average children per family | 1.8 per family | 2021 Census | 74th percentile nationally |
As of the 2021 Census, the suburb of West Wodonga had 5,693 households. Based on population growth patterns, this has remained relatively stable to an estimated 5,701 households today.
The average household size in the suburb of West Wodonga is 2.4 people. This compares to 2.4 in Regional Vic. and reflects the area's household composition mix.
Family households dominate at 68.4% of all households. Non-family households consist of lone person households (29.1%), group households (2.4%), and other household types (0.0%).
Of the 3,894 family households, couples with children account for 26.7% of all households, couples without children at home 26.8%, and single parent families 14.2%. This mix shapes local demand for schools, family services, and housing types.
Compared to Regional Vic., the suburb of West Wodonga shows distinct household patterns. This family-oriented profile influences local demand for family homes, schools, and children's services.
Families in the suburb of West Wodonga have an average of 1.8 children, matching the Regional Vic. average of 1.8. This influences local demand for child-related services and larger family homes.
Marriage patterns reveal 43.4% of the adult population are currently married, while 36.6% have never married. This compares to 46.3% married and 34.0% never married across Regional Vic..
Single-person households represent 29.1% of all households in the suburb of West Wodonga, similar to the average for Regional Vic. of 29.3%. This affects demand for smaller dwellings and single-person accommodation.
Group households (unrelated people sharing) account for 2.4% of households, slightly below the Regional Vic. average of 2.9%.
West Wodonga is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Born overseas | 10.4% | 2021 Census | 14th percentile nationally |
| Speak another language at home | 5.4% | 2021 Census | 25th percentile nationally |
| English only at home | 94.6% | 2021 Census | 75th percentile nationally |
| Australian citizens | 91.3% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Born in Australia | 89.6% | 2021 Census | 86th percentile nationally |
| Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 70th percentile nationally |
West Wodonga was found to be below average in terms of cultural diversity, with 89.6% of its population born in Australia, 91.3% being citizens, and 94.6% speaking English only at home.
The main religion in West Wodonga was found to be Christianity, which makes up 49.6% of people in West Wodonga. This compares to 47.3% across Regional Vic..
In terms of ancestry (country of birth of parents), the top three represented groups in West Wodonga are Australian, comprising 31.7% of the population, English, comprising 30.2% of the population, and Irish, comprising 8.3% of the population. Additionally, there are notable divergences in the representation of certain other ethnic groups: German is notably overrepresented at 5.3% of West Wodonga (vs 3.5% across Regional Vic.), Hungarian at 0.3% (vs 0.2%) and Dutch at 1.5% (vs 1.7%).
10.4% of the suburb of West Wodonga population was born overseas, compared to 13.2% across Regional Vic..
5.4% of the population in the suburb of West Wodonga speaks a language other than English at home, compared to 7.6% in Regional Vic..
2.7% of the suburb of West Wodonga population identifies as Australian Aboriginal, compared to 1.4% in Regional Vic..
91.3% of the suburb of West Wodonga population holds citizenship, compared to 88.6% in Regional Vic..
04Place
Housing, health, transport, local services and the reports on them.
West Wodonga is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Vic.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rented homes | 34.0% | 2021 Census | 66th percentile nationally |
| Owned outright | 30.1% | 2021 Census | 39th percentile nationally |
| Detached houses | 88.4% | 2021 Census | 58th percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment | $1,365 a month | 2021 Census, monthly | 22nd percentile nationally |
| Owned with a mortgage | 35.9% | 2021 Census | 54th percentile nationally |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-detached, terrace and townhouses | 8.0% | 2021 Census | 47th percentile nationally |
| Median weekly rent paid, 2021 Census | $290 | 2021 Census, weekly | 23rd percentile nationally |
| Median rent as a share of median household income | 20.0% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 43rd percentile nationally |
| Median mortgage repayment as a share of household income | 21.7% | 2021 Census, ratio calculated by AreaSearch | 28th percentile nationally |
| People per bedroom | 0.7 per bedroom | 2021 Census | 23rd percentile nationally |
In the suburb of West Wodonga, 30.1% of homes are owned outright, 35.9% are owned with a mortgage, and 34.0% are rented.
According to the latest data, 88.4% of dwellings in the suburb of West Wodonga are houses.
In the suburb of West Wodonga, 3.1% of dwellings are apartments or units, with an additional 8.0% being semi-detached dwellings.
Outright home ownership in the suburb of West Wodonga stands at 30.1%, compared to 40.9% in Regional Vic..
The median monthly mortgage repayment in the suburb of West Wodonga is $1,365, compared to $1,430 in Regional Vic..
The aggregate monthly housing cost in the suburb of West Wodonga is $917, which represents the average monthly cost across all housing types.
In the suburb of West Wodonga, households with mortgages typically spend 21.7% of their income on mortgage repayments, while renters spend 20.0% of their income on rent.
The average persons per bedroom ratio in the suburb of West Wodonga is 0.7, indicating the level of household density.
Housing affordability in the suburb of West Wodonga shows mortgage holders spending 21.7% of income on repayments (vs 23.8% in Regional Vic.), while renters spend 20.0% of income on rent (vs 20.6% in Regional Vic.).
The dwelling mix in the suburb of West Wodonga consists of 88.4% detached houses, 8.0% semi-detached dwellings, 3.1% apartments, and 0.5% other dwelling types.
Housing in West Wodonga consumes approximately 14.6% of median household income ($6,287 monthly), indicating costs are highly affordable. The generally accepted benchmark is that housing should not exceed 30% of household income.
Recent development applications in West Wodonga show attached dwellings contributing 0% of approvals compared to 12% of existing stock, while detached houses represent 100% of applications versus 88% of current dwellings. This suggests development patterns consistent with existing housing mix. Density increases remain below national trends.
Health performance in West Wodonga is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private health cover | 50.3% | ATO FY 2024, private health cover | 30th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition | 61.1% | 2021 Census | 12th percentile nationally |
| Need help with daily activities | 8.2% | 2021 Census | 88th percentile nationally |
| No long-term health condition, under 65 | 68.0% | 2021 Census | 5th percentile nationally |
| Three or more long-term health conditions, under 65 | 2.7% | 2021 Census | 89th percentile nationally |
Around 50.3% of people in the suburb of West Wodonga are covered by private health insurance, which compares to 50.8% in Regional Vic..
In the suburb of West Wodonga, 8.2% of the population is identified as requiring ongoing medical assistance. By comparison, 6.9% of people in Regional Vic. require similar assistance.
9.9% of people in the suburb of West Wodonga are diagnosed with asthma. In comparison, 8.7% of the population across Regional Vic. is affected by asthma.
Diabetes affects 4.6% of the suburb of West Wodonga population, while in Regional Vic., 4.6% of people are diagnosed with diabetes.
4.1% of people in the suburb of West Wodonga have heart disease. Across Regional Vic.,4.4% of the population is affected by heart disease.
In the suburb of West Wodonga, 50.3% of the population are estimated to have private health insurance. Comparatively, Regional Vic. sees an estimated private health coverage rate of 50.8%.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transport access | 34 out of 100 | AreaSearch transport analysis of timetable data | 34th percentile nationally |
| Public transport stops | 59 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 49th percentile nationally |
| Weekly public transport trips | 344 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | 20th percentile nationally |
| People per public transport stop | 252 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch | |
| Public transport routes | 20 | Public transport timetable (GTFS) data, compiled by AreaSearch |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicles per dwelling | 1.5 per dwelling | 2021 Census | |
| Working residents who worked from home | 9.4% | 2021 Census, taken during COVID-19 restrictions |
There are 59 public transport stops within the suburb of West Wodonga.
The suburb of West Wodonga has 344 weekly trips across 20 routes, averaging 49 trips per day.
On average, residential properties are 226 metres from the nearest transport stop.
From the typical resident, the nearest child care centre is 751 m away and the nearest school 892 m.
Distance from the typical resident to the nearest of each service. Every bar starts at 0 m. The nearest is orange.
Public transport 59 stops nearby, 344 weekly trips, access rating 34 out of 100.
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amenity score | 80 out of 100 | AreaSearch proximity analysis | 80th percentile nationally |
| Nearest child care | 751 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest school | 892 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest GP | 964 m | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest dentist | 1.2 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
| Measure | Value | Source and date | National percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest supermarket | 1.4 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest fitness centre | 1.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest pharmacy | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest shopping centre | 1.7 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest hospital | 2.9 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest bank | 3.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident | |
| Nearest government service | 8.5 km | AreaSearch proximity analysis, from the typical resident |
Sector reports that go deeper on these services: child care, medical, retail, aged care and specialist disability accommodation (SDA). There are 6 long day care centres with 682 places in West Wodonga, about 1.3 children aged 0-4 per place.
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06About this profile
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On AreaSearch's development drivers ranking, residential development activity is lower than average in West Wodonga compared with local real estate markets nationally.
West Wodonga ranks in the 70th percentile nationally for infrastructure.
No headline figures are reported for this area.
Median rent in West Wodonga is $507 a week for the 12 months to Sep 2025.
An assessment of population growth drivers in West Wodonga reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends.
West Wodonga's population aligns closely with national norms in age terms.
Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment.
AreaSearch assessment indicates West Wodonga faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets.
West Wodonga shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist.
West Wodonga features high concentrations of single parent families, with an average household size in line with Regional Vic.
West Wodonga is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics.
West Wodonga is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with a higher proportion of rental properties than Regional Vic.
Health performance in West Wodonga is well below the national average with prevalence of common health conditions notable across both younger and older age cohorts.
Transport servicing is low compared to other areas nationally based on assessment of service frequency, route connectivity and accessibility.
Amenity provision was found to be above the typical area assessed nationally by AreaSearch, based on counts and proximity analysis.
West Wodonga has an estimated 14,815 residents, up 0.1% since the 2021 Census, with 5 projects tracked in West Wodonga.
Latest estimate as at Aug 2026; other figures from the 2021 Census, ATO FY-24 and AreaSearch estimates where labelled. Updated 14 Oct 2026.
Sources: ABS Census 2021, ABS estimated resident population, ATO taxation statistics, state rental bonds and property sales records where published, and AreaSearch analysis for West Wodonga.
Data currency
Refreshed . Rents to Sep 2025, population and age estimated to Aug 2026, taxable income FY 2024 and projects to Jun 2026. Housing, households and cultural diversity are from the 2021 Census (next update with the 2026 Census results).
Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, and are labelled as such. Other sections were compiled 15 Oct 2026 from sources that update on their own cycles; "See the evidence" lists each source and its cycle.
SAL boundaries are defined by Australia Post and the Australian Bureau of Statistics to represent commonly-known suburb names used in postal addresses.
Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census data collection and may combine multiple suburbs or use different geographic boundaries. For a complete picture, consider both boundary types where available.
Main sources: ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia.
Cross-check us. The Census baseline for this boundary is at ABS 2021 Census QuickStats (SAL22758). QuickStats reports 2021 only; the figures on this page are more current wherever the ledger shows a later date.
This page uses Suburbs and Localities (SAL) boundaries (suburb-style geography). SAL represents commonly-known suburb names used in addresses, while Statistical Areas (SA2) are designed for census and statistical reporting. Even when sharing the same name, SAL and SA2 boundaries often cover different geographic areas with different populations.
AreaSearch compiles this page from official and industry sources, including ABS, Geoscience Australia, GNAF, ATO, State governments, Valuer General, Rental Board and Infrastructure Australia, then calculates statistics for the boundary shown, and ranks, growth rates and benchmarks itself. Property sales come from the state valuation authority, rents from state rental bond lodgements, development applications from council and state planning portals, school data from ACARA, and public transport from state transport departments. Infrastructure projects and development applications also include sites in the surrounding area, labelled as such.
No. Most of this page is built beyond the Census. Dated for this area: population (Aug 2026), age profile (Aug 2026), infrastructure projects (Jun 2026) and income (FY 2024). Compiled with this profile from sources that publish on their own cycles: development and approvals, property sales and rents, employment, education, transport, health and services and amenities. Only housing, households and cultural diversity remain wholly Census-based, because no more current small-area dataset exists for those measures.
Key demographics and figures for West Wodonga from the 2021 Census, ATO taxpayer data and AreaSearch estimates and analysis. Each topic has its own table of key figures beside the section it belongs to, and each row names its source and date. The percentile compares West Wodonga with every neighbourhood-sized area across Australia (ABS SA2 areas): a higher percentile means more of that measure than most, not necessarily better.
Source: AreaSearch (areasearch.com.au) compiled from ABS Census 2021, ATO and other public sources.
