# First Nations — Noosa

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities — how many people identify as First Nations, and how they fare on age, schooling, work, income and language. From the ABS 2021 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples Profile; the ABS notes these counts are an undercount.

Area: Noosa (Council (LGA))

Far stronger outcomes for First Nations people define Noosa, where school completion and employment rates far exceed national figures. There are 933 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people living here, and they typically enjoy higher incomes than those in similar areas.

The typical First Nations resident in Noosa is 26, making this group noticeably older than the Queensland figure of 23.

Education levels are a standout, with 52.4% finishing Year 12. This is far above the Australian figure of 37%.

The unemployment rate for First Nations people is 5.6%, which is well below both the Queensland rate of 13.3% and the national figure of 12.3%.

Typical household income is $1,756, which is a little above the Queensland figure of $1,517. Personal incomes are also higher than most areas, with the usual amount being $610.

About 4.8% of First Nations people here speak a First Nations language. This is well below the 12.3% seen across Australia.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people | 933 | — |
| First Nations median age | 26 yrs | — |
| First Nations Year 12 completion | 52.4% | — |
| First Nations unemployment rate | 5.6% | — |
| First Nations median personal income | $610 | — |
| First Nations household income | $1,756 | — |
| Speaks a First Nations language | 4.8% | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/lga/LGA35740/noosa/topic/first-nations