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Meningie

6 km²

Meningie has seen a steady shift in its makeup and feel over the last decade. This small town in the Coorong region is a mixed community where a significant number of residents live within easy reach of health services and shops. It is a place where the typical resident is older than the national average, blending a quiet rural pace with a functional town centre.

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First Nations

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There are 85 First Nations people here, who are noticeably older than the state and national typical age of 24. This group faces significant challenges, with an unemployment rate of 22.9% and typical household incomes that are far below the national figure.

85 First Nations people

30 yrs Median age Here 30 yrs SA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

28.6% Year 12 Here 28.6% SA 34.7% Aus 37.0%

22.9% Unemployment Here 22.9% SA 15.6% Aus 12.3%

$477 Median income Here $477 SA $487 Aus $540

$933 Household income Here $933 SA $1,282 Aus $1,507

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The town is somewhat walkable, and residents have great access to health services and groceries compared to the state average. However, it is far below the state figure for those living within a short walk of a park or school.

4.8 Walk score

5.1 Types ≤15 min