Hermitage vs Steppes

Hermitage and Steppes are both sparsely populated areas in Tasmania's Central Highlands. There are significant gaps in typical incomes between them; the usual weekly household income in Hermitage is $1,874, which is far higher than the $824 seen in Steppes. Hermitage also has a higher number of people per bedroom (0.80 compared to 0.40) and a typical weekly personal income that is well higher than in Steppes at $724 versus $537.

These income gaps stand out because both areas share a similar lifestyle, with no residents living within walking distance of schools, parks, or groceries. Both are entirely car-dependent and have a similar age profile, with residents in both areas typically aged 66 or 67. The gap between them in typical weekly household income is particularly wide, sitting at $1,050.