Aramac

The typical resident is 41, and the community is more diverse than most areas, with 8.1% of people identifying as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander. De facto relationships are also much more common here than across the state.

The area is overwhelmingly Australian-born, with 89.8% born here and only 4.3% born overseas, which is far below the national figure.

English is the primary language for almost everyone, with 94.4% speaking it only and very few people using another language at home.

Religious affiliation is more common here than in most areas, with 62.9% of people identifying as Christian and only 31.7% reporting no religion.

Educational qualifications are much lower than the state and national figures, with only 8.2% of adults holding a bachelor degree and 34.8% completing Year 12.

Typical household incomes are well below the national figure, with the usual family earning $1,562 a week and only 9.7% of households earning $3,000 or more.

Residents are generally healthier than those in most similar areas, with much lower rates of mental health conditions and fewer people needing help with daily activities.

Volunteering is a standout feature, with 29.9% of people volunteering, a figure far above the national average of 14.1%.

The First Nations population is relatively young, with a typical age of just 15, and they earn a typical personal income of $833, which is well above the national figure.

Living arrangements are distinct, as 37.9% of people live alone—far more than the national average—while one-parent families are also much more common.

Housing is very affordable, with typical weekly rents at just $94. Over half of all homes (54.5%) are owned outright, far exceeding the state average.

The community is heavily reliant on cars as there are no public transport stops, although 24.9% of people work from home, which is well above the national figure.

The population is relatively stable, with 29.1% of people moving in the last five years, far fewer than the 40.7% seen across Australia.

Jobs are concentrated in agriculture, forestry, and fishing (39.8%), and the unemployment rate is low at 2.7%.

While the area is mostly car-dependent, about 60% of homes are within a 15-minute walk of health services, which is far above the state average.