# First Nations — Birrong

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: Birrong (Suburb / Locality)

First Nations residents in Birrong are noticeably older and earn more than those in the rest of the state. While only 18 people identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander, they stand out for having a typical age and income well above national figures.

The typical First Nations resident here is 31, which is far older than the New South Wales figure of 23 years. This group is larger than about 69% of similar areas.

Typical personal income for First Nations people is $900, which is far above the Australian figure of $540. Household incomes are $1,656, sitting about the same as the New South Wales average.

## Statistics

| Statistic | Value | Change since |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people | 18 | — |
| First Nations median age | 31 yrs | — |
| First Nations median personal income | $900 | — |
| First Nations household income | $1,656 | — |

Interactive: https://censusatlas.au/region/sal/SAL10378/birrong/topic/first-nations