Youngtown

An assessment of population growth drivers in Youngtown reveals an overall ranking slightly below national averages considering recent, and medium term trends

According to the latest demographic evaluations from the ABS for the surrounding region, combined with recent address verifications by AreaSearch since the Census, the suburb of Youngtown has a population of approximately 4,476 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 161 people (3.7%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 4,315 individuals. This trend is calculated from the local population of 4,415, projected by AreaSearch using the June 2025 ABS Estimated Resident Population publication alongside 195 validated new addresses added since the Census. With these numbers, the suburb of Youngtown has a population density of 1,031 persons per square kilometer, which aligns closely with typical values recorded by AreaSearch. The 3.7% population expansion in the suburb of Youngtown since the 2021 census outpaced the broader SA3 territory (2.6%), establishing it as a primary driver of growth in the district. This population rise was mostly fueled by arrivals from other states, which made up roughly 90.0% of the total demographic growth in recent times.

Projections from the ABS and Geoscience Australia published in 2024 with a 2022 baseline are utilized by AreaSearch for SA2 areas. For SA2 regions lacking these metrics, and to calculate age cohort changes after 2032, regional projections from the Tasmania State Government released in 2022 with a 2021 baseline are applied, utilizing weighted averages to scale LGA trends to SA2 boundaries. Future demographic outlooks indicate growth rates in the lowest quartile for non-metropolitan areas, with the suburb of Youngtown projected to gain 196 residents by 2041 based on compiled SA2 projections, representing an overall rise of 3.0% across the 16 years.

Recent residential development output has been above average within Youngtown when compared nationally

Analysis by AreaSearch of ABS building permits allocated from regional statistics indicates that the suburb of Youngtown averages about 58 new residential approvals annually, amounting to roughly 290 homes over the preceding 5 fiscal years. In the current FY-26 period, 21 permits have been registered. With an average addition of just 0.5 residents per new home yearly between FY-21 and FY-25, the local housing supply matches or exceeds demand, offering buyers more options and creating potential for population increases that exceed forecasts, while new residences carry a mean building cost of $423,000, signaling that developers are prioritizing upscale properties. Furthermore, commercial building approvals total $4.0 million for the current fiscal year, reflecting a quiet period for business development.

In comparison to the Rest of Tas., the suburb of Youngtown displays 205.0% higher construction approvals per capita, which increases choice for purchasers, even though local development rates have slowed down lately. This volume remains significantly above the national norm, showing strong builder interest in the neighborhood. Residential construction consists of 86.0% stand-alone houses and 14.0% multi-unit developments, preserving the classic low-density feel of the neighborhood with family-oriented properties. With approximately 108 residents for every approved dwelling, the suburb of Youngtown remains a low-density community.

Looking forward, the suburb of Youngtown is projected to add 135 inhabitants by 2041, based on the latest quarterly calculations from AreaSearch. If the current pace of construction is maintained, the volume of new residential projects will easily satisfy local demand, creating favorable buying conditions and potentially driving demographic growth beyond existing forecasts.

Youngtown has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 41stth percentile nationally

Local performance is heavily shaped by updates to infrastructure, major construction works, and planning updates. AreaSearch has identified 10 developments that are expected to influence the local area. Principal works include the Oakden Park Residential Estate, the Gudvar Street Residential Development, the Youngtown IGA Redevelopment, and the Kings Meadows Community Health Centre Redevelopment, with the primary list highlighting the most significant changes.

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AreaSearch analysis places Youngtown well above average for employment performance across multiple indicators

The suburb of Youngtown features a workforce with strong representation in critical public services, coupled with a low unemployment rate of 2.1%, according to compiled AreaSearch regional data. In March 2026, 2,168 residents were employed, and the jobless rate was 1.8% lower than the 3.9% recorded in Regional Tas., while the participation rate of 60.9% was comparable to the Regional Tas. rate of 58.8%. Data from the Census indicates that only 6.3% of the working population performed their jobs from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic restrictions.

Local jobs are heavily concentrated in the fields of healthcare and social services, retail, and education. By contrast, primary industries like agriculture, forestry, and fishing employ only 1.8% of the workforce compared to the regional rate of 8.4%. The neighborhood is predominantly residential and appears to offer few local jobs, as shown by the relationship between the employed resident population and local workplace counts during the Census.

Based on AreaSearch research using SALM and ABS statistics for the surrounding region, the workforce shrank by 2.3% and the number of employed residents fell by 2.3% over the 12-month period, keeping the jobless rate relatively steady. This contrasts with Regional Tas., where employment rose by 1.8%, the labor force grew by 1.7%, and the unemployment level decreased slightly. Job prospects in the suburb of Youngtown can be analyzed using national projections from Jobs and Skills Australia issued in May-25. These five and ten-year forecasts have been combined with the local worker profile to estimate future trends. Although national employment is projected to grow by 6.6% in five years and 13.7 in ten years, actual rates vary greatly by industry. Applying these sectoral forecasts to the occupational distribution in the suburb of Youngtown indicates local jobs should rise by 6.5% after five years and 13.7% after ten years, representing a basic proportional estimate that excludes local population adjustments.

Income levels sit below national averages according to AreaSearch assessment

Tax statistics from the ATO for the 2023 financial year show that the suburb of Youngtown has a median taxpayer income of $51,067, alongside a mean income of $61,616. These figures sit below national averages, but exceed the Regional Tas. median of $49,689 and mean of $59,358. Accounting for a Wage Price Index rise of 10.95% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates would stand at approximately $56,659 for the median and $68,363 for the mean as of March 2026. Census data from 2021 shows that household, family, and individual incomes are all relatively low in the suburb of Youngtown, placing between the 25th and 32nd percentiles. Income distribution metrics reveal that 31.5% of taxpayers (1,409 people) earn in the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is similar to the wider regional trend of 28.5% in this bracket. Discretionary income remaining after housing costs is 86.2%, which ranks at the 28th percentile nationwide.

Youngtown is characterized by a predominantly suburban housing profile, with ownership patterns similar to the broader region

Housing profiles in the suburb of Youngtown at the time of the latest Census consisted of 89.8% stand-alone houses and 10.3% semi-detached dwellings or apartments, which is very similar to the Regional Tas. split of 89.9% houses and 10.1% other dwellings. The home ownership rate was lower than the regional average at 36.7%, with the remaining properties occupied by mortgagors (41.8%) or renters (21.5%). The median monthly home loan payment was $1,300, higher than the Regional Tas. average of $1,274, while the median weekly rent stood at $295, compared to $250 in Regional Tas. Compared to national benchmarks, mortgage costs in the suburb of Youngtown are much lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rent prices are significantly below the national median of $375.

Youngtown has a typical household mix, with a fairly typical median household size

Families make up the majority of households at 68.0%, which is divided into couples with offspring at 25.9%, couples without offspring at 30.7%, and single parent homes at 10.7%. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 32.0%, with single-person households representing 29.2% and share houses making up 2.6%. The median occupancy size is 2.3 people per household, aligning exactly with the Regional Tas. average.

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

Academic statistics show some challenges for the neighborhood, with the university completion rate of 18.1% falling well short of the national level of 30.4%. This gap highlights a clear opportunity for targeted local learning programs. Among university graduates, Bachelor degrees are the most common at 12.6%, followed by postgraduate studies at 3.5% and graduate diplomas at 2.0%. Vocational qualifications are highly prevalent, with 37.0% of residents aged 15+ holding practical trade credentials, divided between advanced diplomas at 8.9% and certificates at 28.1%.

A significant portion of the local population (23.9%) is enrolled in study programs. This group includes 9.3% in primary schools, 6.6% in secondary schools, and 3.2% undertaking university or technical courses.

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

Analysis of local public transport shows 29 active bus stops operating in the suburb of Youngtown. These locations are connected to 89 distinct routes, which provide a combined total of 7,087 weekly passenger journeys. Accessibility is high, with households situated an average of 201 meters from the nearest stop. Commuting patterns reflect the residential nature of the suburb of Youngtown, with most workers traveling outside the area, and private vehicles remain the primary transport choice at 95%. Households average 1.5 cars. A modest 6.3% of workers worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which was likely affected by pandemic conditions.

Bus services run an average of 1,012 times daily across all active routes, which equates to roughly 244 weekly departures from each transport stop.

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

Health indicators demonstrate notable challenges in the suburb of Youngtown, based on AreaSearch assessments of mortality patterns and chronic illness rates across younger and older demographics, while the share of residents with private health insurance is low at about 52% of the population (~2,309 people). This compares to a rate of 49.1% across Regional Tas.

The most common medical complaints among residents were arthritis (11.1%) and mental health concerns (9.5%), while 61.0% of the population reported no chronic conditions compared to 62.0% in Regional Tas. Non-elderly residents exhibit higher rates of chronic illness than average. Residents aged 65 and over make up 23.6% of the population (1,056 people), which is slightly lower than the Regional Tas. figure of 24.9%. Health conditions for senior residents present challenges, with national percentiles matching the broader local population.

Youngtown is considerably less culturally diverse than average when assessed alongside AreaSearch's national rankings for language and cultural background related metrics

Cultural diversity metrics are below the national average in the suburb of Youngtown, where 88.8% of the population was born in Australia, 92.6% hold citizenship, and 94.1% speak only English in the home. The primary religious affiliation is Christianity, which is practiced by 45.7% of residents. The most noticeable variation is Hinduism, which represents 1.5% of the local population compared to 1.1% in Regional Tas.

Regarding ancestral backgrounds, the three most common ancestries in the suburb of Youngtown are Australian (34.7%), English (34.2%), and Scottish (7.3%). Some distinct variations exist for other ancestries: Dutch background accounts for 1.7% of the population (matching the 1.7% regional average), Australian Aboriginal ancestry accounts for 2.8% (compared to 4.1% regionally), and Samoan background is recorded at 0.1% (compared to 0.0% regionally).

Youngtown's median age exceeds the national pattern

The median age in the suburb of Youngtown is 42 years, slightly below the Regional Tas. average of 45 but higher than the national median of 38. Compared to Regional Tas., the suburb of Youngtown has a larger share of residents aged 25 - 34 (15.1%) but a smaller proportion of people aged 55 - 64 (9.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 has risen from 8.9% to 9.6%, while the 65 to 74 cohort has fallen from 11.3% to 10.0%. Significant age shifts are projected by 2041, led by a 59% increase in the 85+ cohort (adding 105 individuals to grow from 179 to 285). Conversely, populations in the 0 to 4 and 65 to 74 brackets are projected to decrease.