Euroa

Euroa lies within the top quartile of areas nationally for population growth performance according to AreaSearch analysis of recent, and medium to long-term trends

Euroa's population, as of November 2025, is approximately 6,968 people. This figure represents an increase of 46 individuals since the 2021 Census, which recorded a population of 6,922. The estimated resident population in June 2024 was 6,899, with an additional 111 validated new addresses added post-census date contributing to this growth. This results in a population density ratio of 3.4 persons per square kilometer. Interstate migration accounted for approximately 56.3% of Euroa's recent population gains.

AreaSearch employs ABS/Geoscience Australia projections for each SA2 area, released in 2024 with a base year of 2022. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch uses the VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted using a weighted aggregation method to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Looking ahead, Euroa is projected to experience significant population growth, placing it in the top 10 percent of Australian non-metropolitan areas. By 2041, the area's population is expected to reach 10,065 persons, reflecting an increase of 3,097 individuals and a total growth rate of 43.4% over the 17-year period.

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

Euroa has averaged approximately 32 new dwelling approvals annually over the past five financial years, totalling 164 homes. As of FY-26, 8 approvals have been recorded. On average, 1.4 new residents per year per dwelling constructed were added between FY-21 and FY-25, indicating a balanced supply and demand. However, this has moderated to 0.2 people per dwelling over the past two financial years, suggesting an improved balance. The average construction value of new homes is $358,000.

This year, there have been $7.5 million in commercial approvals, reflecting Euroa's residential character. Compared to the Rest of Vic., Euroa has around two-thirds the rate of new dwelling approvals per person and ranks among the 67th percentile nationally. Recent construction consists of 93.0% detached houses and 7.0% townhouses or apartments, maintaining Euroa's low density character focused on family homes.

With approximately 207 people per approval, Euroa reflects a low-density area. According to AreaSearch's latest quarterly estimate, Euroa is projected to add 3,027 residents by 2041. If current development rates continue, housing supply may struggle to keep pace with population growth, potentially intensifying buyer competition and supporting price increases.

Euroa has moderate levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 49thth percentile nationally

Changes to local infrastructure significantly impact an area's performance. AreaSearch identified 16 projects likely affecting the region. Notable ones are Euroa Health Expansion, Euroa Bicentennial Park Play Space Upgrade, North East Rail Line Upgrade, and Kialla West Primary School Kindergarten. The following list details those most relevant:.

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AreaSearch assessment indicates Euroa faces employment challenges relative to the majority of Australian markets

Euroa has a skilled workforce with diverse sector representation and an unemployment rate of 4.6% as of September 2025. There are 3,156 residents employed, with an unemployment rate of 0.8% higher than the Rest of Vic.'s rate of 3.8%.

Workforce participation in Euroa is significantly lower at 50.0%, compared to Rest of Vic.'s 57.4%. Leading employment industries among residents include agriculture, forestry & fishing, health care & social assistance, and construction. Euroa has a particular specialisation in agriculture, forestry & fishing, with an employment share 2.9 times the regional level. However, health care & social assistance is under-represented, with only 13.3% of Euroa's workforce compared to 16.8% in Rest of Vic.

The area appears to offer limited local employment opportunities, as indicated by a decrease in labour force and employment between September 2024 and September 2025, leading to an increase in unemployment. In contrast, Rest of Vic. experienced a smaller decline in employment and labour force, with a marginal rise in unemployment. State-level data from 25-Nov shows VIC employment grew by 1.13% year-on-year, with the state unemployment rate at 4.7%, compared to the national rate of 4.3%. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project a 6.6% increase over five years and 13.7% over ten years. Applying these projections to Euroa's employment mix suggests local employment should increase by 5.6% over five years and 12.2% over ten years, though this is a simple extrapolation for illustrative purposes only.

Income metrics place the area in the bottom 10% of locations nationally according to AreaSearch analysis

AreaSearch's aggregation of latest postcode level ATO data released for financial year ending June 2022 indicates Euroa SA2 had a median taxpayer income of $42,854 and an average income of $55,007. These figures are lower than the national averages of $48,741 and $60,693 respectively for Rest of Vic. Using Wage Price Index growth rate of 12.16% since financial year ending June 2022, estimated median income for Euroa as of September 2025 is approximately $48,065, with average income at $61,696. The 2021 Census data places household, family, and personal incomes in Euroa between the 9th and 14th percentiles nationally. In Euroa, 27.8% of individuals fall within the $800 - $1,499 income band, compared to metropolitan regions where the $1,500 - $2,999 category is predominant at 30.3%. Despite modest housing costs allowing for 89.3% income retention, total disposable income ranks at the 14th percentile nationally.

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

Euroa's dwelling structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 95.2% houses and 4.8% other dwellings. In comparison, Non-Metro Vic had 93.6% houses and 6.4% other dwellings. Home ownership in Euroa was at 53.6%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.3% and rented ones at 18.1%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,170, lower than Non-Metro Vic's average of $1,500. The median weekly rent in Euroa was recorded at $250, compared to Non-Metro Vic's $280. Nationally, Euroa's mortgage repayments were significantly lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were substantially below the national figure of $375.

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

Family households account for 64.2% of all households, including 19.1% couples with children, 34.1% couples without children, and 9.9% single parent families. Non-family households make up the remaining 35.8%, with lone person households at 33.6% and group households comprising 2.3% of the total. The median household size is 2.1 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.3.

Euroa shows below-average educational performance compared to national benchmarks, though pockets of achievement exist

The area's university qualification rate is 20.2%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 13.6%, followed by postgraduate qualifications (3.7%) and graduate diplomas (2.9%). Vocational credentials are prominent, with 40.1% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (12.5%) and certificates (27.6%). Educational participation is high, with 25.8% of residents currently enrolled in formal education.

This includes primary education (9.3%), secondary education (8.2%), and tertiary education (2.3%).

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

Euroa has eight operational public transport stops offering a combination of train and bus services. These stops are served by seven distinct routes that collectively facilitate 82 weekly passenger trips. The accessibility of these transport options is considered limited, with residents generally residing 2076 meters away from the nearest stop.

On average, service frequency stands at 11 trips per day across all routes, translating to roughly 10 weekly trips per individual stop.

Health performance in Euroa is a key challenge with a range of health conditions having marked impacts on both younger and older age cohorts

Euroa faces significant health challenges, with various conditions affecting both younger and older age groups. Private health cover is low at approximately 48%, covering around 3,316 people, compared to Victoria's rest of state average of 49.6%. Nationally, the average private health cover stands at 55.3%.

The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 12.1% of residents) and mental health issues (8.9%). Notably, 59.6% of residents report no medical ailments, compared to 63.0% in the rest of Victoria. Euroa has a higher proportion of seniors aged 65 and over, at 32.9% or approximately 2,292 people, compared to the state's average of 25.2%. Despite this, health outcomes among seniors in Euroa are better than those for the general population.

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

Euroa, surveyed between 2016 and 2021, showed low cultural diversity with 87.7% of its population being Australian citizens, 89.8% born in Australia, and 96.6% speaking English at home. Christianity was the predominant religion, accounting for 51.2%, compared to 47.9% across Victoria. The top three ancestry groups were English (33.1%), Australian (29.9%), and Irish (12.3%).

Notably, Scottish ancestry was overrepresented at 10.2%, while Hungarian and French were slightly higher than regional averages at 0.3% and 0.5% respectively.

Euroa ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

The median age in Euroa is 54 years, which is significantly higher than the Rest of Vic.'s average of 43 and older than the national norm of 38. The 65-74 age cohort is notably over-represented in Euroa at 18.5%, compared to the Rest of Vic.'s average, while the 25-34 age group is under-represented at 8.0%. This concentration of the 65-74 cohort is well above the national average of 9.4%. Between the 2021 Census and now, the 15 to 24 age group has grown from 7.9% to 8.8%, while the 55 to 64 cohort has declined from 17.1% to 15.8%. By 2041, Euroa is projected to see notable shifts in its age composition, with the 35 to 44 age cohort expected to expand considerably by 504 people (72%) from 698 to 1,203.