Indigenous Region · Area profile

Port Augusta

668,590 km²

Port Augusta has seen steady shifts in its community makeup since 2011. It is a regional centre with a significant First Nations population and a layout that remains heavily reliant on cars. While it serves as a key hub in South Australia, the town faces challenges with lower incomes and employment rates compared to national figures. These factors shape a community where traditional languages remain strong despite economic hurdles.

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First Nations

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First Nations people make up a larger part of the community than in 60% of similar areas, and 30.4% speak a traditional language, which is far above the national figure. However, this group faces significant hardship, with an unemployment rate of 22.4% and typical household incomes well below the state and national averages.

8,299 First Nations people

26 yrs Median age Here 26 yrs SA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

21.9% Year 12 Here 21.9% SA 34.7% Aus 37.0%

22.4% Unemployment Here 22.4% SA 15.6% Aus 12.3%

$392 Median income Here $392 SA $487 Aus $540

$1,020 Household income Here $1,020 SA $1,282 Aus $1,507

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Getting around without a car is difficult here, as the walkability score is well below the state average. Many residents lack easy access to essentials, with only 44.6% of homes within a 15-minute walk of groceries and 37.6% near health services.

3.9 Walk score

4.0 Types ≤15 min