Yarrawonga

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

Yarrawonga's population was around 9,523 as of February 2026. This showed an increase of 862 people, a 10.0% rise from the 2021 Census figure of 8,661. The change was inferred from the estimated resident population of 8,883 in June 2024 and an additional 734 validated new addresses since the Census date. This resulted in a density ratio of 100 persons per square kilometer. Yarrawonga's growth exceeded both its SA4 region (3.7%) and SA3 area, making it a growth leader. Interstate migration contributed approximately 87.5% of 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. For areas not covered by this data, AreaSearch utilises VIC State Government's Regional/LGA projections from 2023, adjusted using weighted aggregation methods to SA2 levels. Growth rates by age group are applied across all areas for years 2032 to 2041. Future population dynamics predict exceptional growth, placing Yarrawonga in the top 10 percent of Australia's non-metropolitan areas. By 2041, the area is expected to increase by 5,793 persons, reflecting a total increase of 54.1% over the 17 years.

AreaSearch assessment of residential development activity positions Yarrawonga among the top 25% of areas assessed nationwide

Yarrawonga averaged approximately 154 new dwelling approvals annually. From Financial Year 2021 (FY-21) to FY-25, a total of 772 homes were approved, with an additional 103 approved in FY-26 so far. Over the past five financial years, on average, only 0.6 people moved to the area for each dwelling built, indicating that new supply is meeting or exceeding demand and providing ample buyer choice while creating capacity for population growth beyond current forecasts.

The average construction value of these properties was $372,000, slightly above the regional average, suggesting a focus on quality developments. In FY-26, $3.3 million in commercial approvals have been registered, reflecting the area's primarily residential nature. Compared to the Rest of Vic., Yarrawonga records 108.0% more construction activity per person, creating greater choice for buyers and demonstrating strong developer confidence in the area. The building activity is predominantly standalone homes (97.0%) with a smaller proportion of attached dwellings (3.0%), maintaining the area's traditional low density character and appealing to those seeking space. The location has approximately 52 people per dwelling approval, indicating an expanding market.

Future projections estimate Yarrawonga will add 5,152 residents by 2041. Building activity is keeping pace with growth projections, though buyers may experience heightened competition as the population grows.

Yarrawonga has emerging levels of nearby infrastructure activity, ranking in the 33rdth percentile nationally

Area infrastructure changes significantly impact performance. AreaSearch identified 16 projects likely affecting the area. Notable ones include The Sebel Yarrawonga (Silverwoods Resort) - Stage 2 Expansion, Yarrawonga Village, Yarrawonga Multisport Stadium, and Yarrawonga Hospital New Theatre Suite. The following list details those most relevant.

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While Yarrawonga retains a healthy unemployment rate of 2.5%, recent employment declines have impacted its national performance ranking

Yarrawonga has a balanced workforce comprising white and blue collar jobs, with prominence in tourism and hospitality sectors. The unemployment rate is 2.5%. As of September 2025, 3663 residents are employed, with an unemployment rate of 1.3%, lower than Rest of Vic.'s 3.8%.

Workforce participation stands at 50.3%, below Rest of Vic.'s 61.4%. Census data shows 9.1% work from home, considering Covid-19 impacts. Key industries are health care & social assistance, construction, and accommodation & food. Accommodation & food is strongly represented with an employment share of 1.9 times the regional level.

Agriculture, forestry & fishing is under-represented at 4.2%. Employment opportunities locally appear limited. Over Sep-25 to Sep-26, labour force levels decreased by 10.4%, and employment fell by 11.6%, raising unemployment by 1.3 percentage points. Jobs and Skills Australia's national employment forecasts from May-25 project overall growth of 6.6% over five years and 13.7% over ten years, with varying rates between sectors. Applying these projections to Yarrawonga's mix suggests local employment could increase by 5.9% over five years and 12.6% 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 ending June 30, 2023 shows that income in Yarrawonga SA2 is lower than average nationally. The median income is $48,246 and the average income is $60,179. This contrasts with Rest of Vic., where the median income is $50,954 and the average income is $62,728. Based on Wage Price Index growth of 8.25% since financial year ending June 30, 2023, current estimates would be approximately $52,226 for median income and $65,144 for average income as of September 2025. Census 2021 data shows that household, family and personal incomes in Yarrawonga fall between the 10th and 14th percentiles nationally. Income brackets indicate that 27.6% of the population (2,628 individuals) fall within the $400 - $799 income range, differing from metropolitan regions where the $1,500 - $2,999 category predominates at 30.3%. After housing costs, 85.8% of income remains, ranking at only the 12th percentile nationally.

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

Yarrawonga's housing structure, as per the latest Census, consisted of 84.3% houses and 15.8% other dwellings (semi-detached, apartments, 'other' dwellings). This compares to Non-Metro Vic.'s 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings. Home ownership in Yarrawonga stood at 47.5%, with mortgaged dwellings at 28.5% and rented ones at 24.0%. The median monthly mortgage repayment was $1,430, aligning with Non-Metro Vic.'s average. The median weekly rent was $290, compared to Non-Metro Vic.'s $285. Nationally, Yarrawonga's mortgage repayments were lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents were below the national figure of $375.

Yarrawonga has a typical household mix, with a lower-than-average median household size

Family households constitute 68.3% of all households, including 21.2% couples with children, 36.9% couples without children, and 9.7% single parent families. Non-family households comprise the remaining 31.7%, with lone person households at 29.6% and group households making up 2.2% of the total. The median household size is 2.3 people, which is smaller than the Rest of Vic. average of 2.4.

Educational outcomes in Yarrawonga fall within the lower quartile nationally, indicating opportunities for improvement in qualification attainment

The area's university qualification rate is 13.9%, significantly lower than Victoria's average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.9%, followed by graduate diplomas at 2.1% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.9%. Vocational credentials are prevalent, with 38.8% of residents aged 15+ holding them, including advanced diplomas (10.3%) and certificates (28.5%). A total of 24.8% of the population is actively engaged in formal education, with 9.9% in primary, 7.3% in secondary, and 1.8% in tertiary education.

A substantial 24.8% of the population actively pursues formal education. This includes 9.9% in primary education, 7.3% in secondary education, and 1.8% pursuing tertiary education.

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

Yarrawonga has six active public transport stops operating, offering a mix of train and bus services. These stops are served by eight different routes that collectively facilitate 90 weekly passenger trips. Transport accessibility is limited, with residents typically located 1147 meters away from the nearest stop. As primarily residential, most commuters travel outward. Cars remain the dominant mode at 93%, with 4% walking. Vehicle ownership averages 1.4 per dwelling.

According to the 2021 Census, 9.1% of residents work from home, which may reflect COVID-19 conditions. Service frequency averages 12 trips per day across all routes, equating to approximately 15 weekly trips per individual stop.

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

Yarrawonga faces significant health challenges, as indicated by AreaSearch's assessment. Mortality rates and chronic condition prevalence are notably high across both younger and older age groups.

Private health cover is low at approximately 49% of the total population (around 4,656 people), compared to the national average of 55.7%. The most prevalent medical conditions are arthritis (affecting 12.4% of residents) and mental health issues (8.5%), while 59.4% claim to be completely free from medical ailments, compared to 63.4% in the rest of Victoria. Working-age residents have a higher prevalence of chronic health conditions than average. As of June 2021, approximately 30.8% (2,936 people) of Yarrawonga's population is aged 65 and over, higher than the Rest of Vic.'s 23.9%. Health outcomes among seniors present some challenges, with national rankings generally in line with those of the broader population.

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

Yarrawonga's cultural diversity was found to be below average, with 91.4% of its population being Australian citizens, 90.8% born in Australia, and 96.5% speaking English only at home. The majority religion in Yarrawonga is Christianity, making up 58.8% of the population, compared to 47.3% across Rest of Vic.. The top three ancestry groups are English (34.1%), Australian (31.7%), and Irish (11.0%).

Notably, Scottish ancestry is overrepresented in Yarrawonga at 9.3%, compared to 8.8% regionally, and Maltese ancestry is also slightly higher at 0.6%.

Yarrawonga ranks among the oldest 10% of areas nationwide

Yarrawonga has a median age of 51 years, which is higher than both the Rest of Vic average of 43 and the Australian median of 38. The 65-74 age group is notably over-represented in Yarrawonga at 16.0%, compared to the Rest of Vic average and the national average of 9.5%. Conversely, the 45-54 age group is under-represented at 9.4%. Post-2021 Census data shows a rejuvenation with the median age falling from 52 to 51 years. The 25-34 age group grew from 8.7% to 10.5%, and the 35-44 cohort increased from 9.1% to 10.7%. Meanwhile, the 65-74 cohort declined from 17.7% to 16.0%, and the 45-54 group dropped from 10.8% to 9.4%. Demographic modeling suggests significant changes in Yarrawonga's age profile by 2041, with the strongest projected growth in the 25-34 cohort at 80%, adding 798 residents to reach 1,802.