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Latrobe

1,375 km²

A noticeably young First Nations population helps define the character of Latrobe. This expansive area in regional Victoria is home to 1,626 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, which is more than about 65% of similar areas. While the community is growing, it faces significant challenges with unemployment and educational attainment. These social trends contrast with the local geography, where many residents live far from essential services and shops.

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First Nations residents here are much younger than those in most other areas, with a typical age of just 21. However, unemployment is 18.4%, which is well above the 9.6% seen across Victoria. Household income is also a little below the state and national figures.

1,626 First Nations people

21 yrs Median age Here 21 yrs Vic 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

32.1% Year 12 Here 32.1% Vic 42.4% Aus 37.0%

18.4% Unemployment Here 18.4% Vic 9.6% Aus 12.3%

$562 Median income Here $562 Vic $619 Aus $540

$1,281 Household income Here $1,281 Vic $1,565 Aus $1,507

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Latrobe is somewhat walkable, but it scores 5.0, which is well below the Victorian average of 6.4. This is most evident in access to health services and groceries, as the percentage of homes within a 15-minute walk of these amenities is far below the state average.

5.0 Walk score

4.8 Types ≤15 min