Coolamon

The population is noticeably older than the state and national figures, with 22.9% of residents aged 65 and over. However, children under 15 also make up a higher proportion of the community at 20.2%.

The community is overwhelmingly born in Australia, with 89.6% of residents born here. This results in a much lower proportion of overseas-born residents compared to most other areas.

English is the primary language for almost everyone, with only 1.5% of people using another language at home, which is far below the national figure.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in most areas, with 63.4% of residents identifying as Christian. The proportion of people with no religion is well below the national figure.

Education levels are lower than the state average, with only 36.9% of residents completing Year 12. A typical adult is more likely to hold a Certificate III or IV than a university degree.

Typical weekly household income is $1,427, which is well below the New South Wales figure. Only 14.8% of households earn $3,000 or more per week, a figure well below the national average.

Health challenges are more common here than in most areas, with 35.3% of people reporting a long-term health condition. Additionally, 7.5% of residents need help with daily activities.

There is a strong culture of service, with 20.5% of people volunteering, a figure well above the national average. This community also has a much higher rate of former Defence Force members than most areas.

First Nations people make up 5.0% of the population, which is a little above the state average. This group is noticeably younger than the general population, with a typical age of 21.

Families with children are common, making up 53.6% of households. About 14.7% of families are one-parent households, which is slightly higher than in most areas.

Housing is dominated by large separate houses, with 85.7% of homes having three or more bedrooms. Many residents own their homes outright, and the typical weekly rent of $270 is well below the state figure.

Cars are essential for travel, as 68% of people drive to work and only 10.1% work from home. Despite this, the area has a high number of public transport stops relative to the population.

The area has seen significant movement, with 39.1% of residents moving in the last five years. Recent arrivals from overseas make up 11.3% of the population.

Employment is strong, with 64.5% of the workforce in full-time roles, well above the national figure. Many residents work in health care, education, or public administration.

The town is mostly car-dependent with a walkability score of 3.9. While many homes are near public transport, no one lives within a 15-minute walk of a grocery store.