East Albury (NSW)

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According to ABS population tracking for the surrounding region and address verification by Districts since the Census, the suburb of East Albury has an estimated population of 7,022 in May 2026. This indicates a growth of 798 residents (12.8%) from the 2021 Census, which recorded 6,224 residents. This adjustment is based on a resident population of 6,569 calculated by Districts using the ABS ERP release from June 2025, plus an additional 112 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This population level yields a density of 569 persons per square kilometer, indicating low congestion and room for potential expansion. The 12.8% growth rate in East Albury since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of NSW (4.9%) and the broader SA4 region, making it a regional leader in population gains. The expansion was mostly driven by people moving from other states, accounting for roughly 68.0% of the population increase, though natural growth and overseas arrivals also contributed positively.

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The suburb of East Albury has a highly qualified workforce with strong representation in critical services, and an unemployment rate of only 2.9%, according to statistical area data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 3,585, while the unemployment rate remained 1.2% lower than the Regional NSW level of 4.1%. Workforce participation is unusually high at 67.9%, compared to 60.6% in Regional NSW. Census records indicate that a modest 12.4% of working residents performed their jobs from home, though this figure was likely influenced by pandemic-related lockdowns.

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Compiled postcode-level ATO statistics for the financial year 2023 show that taxpayers in the suburb of East Albury recorded a median income of $50,927 and an average income of $64,386. These figures are below national benchmarks and compare to $52,390 (median) and $65,215 (average) across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a 10.32% rise in the Wage Price Index since the financial year 2023 yields updated estimates of approximately $56,183 for median income and $71,031 for average income as of March 2026. According to Census data, individual weekly earnings sit at the 60th percentile ($858 weekly), whereas household incomes are at the 36th percentile. Looking at income brackets, 30.5% of the population (2,141 individuals) fall into the $1,500 - 2,999 weekly range, which aligns closely with the regional average of in the same bracket. After accounting for housing costs, residents retain of their income for other living expenses, placing the area in the th decile of the SEIFA income index.

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The housing mix in the suburb of East Albury at the time of the latest Census consisted of 75.9% standalone houses and 24.1% semi-detached, apartment, or other dwelling types, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other options across Regional NSW. Home ownership levels were lower than the regional average, standing at 32.4%, while mortgaged properties accounted for 31.8% and rented properties made up 35.8%. The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,560 was lower than the regional average of $1,733, and the median weekly rent was $280, compared to the Regional NSW average of $330. Nationally, mortgage costs in the suburb of East Albury are well below the Australian median of $1,863, and weekly rents are also considerably lower than the national median of $375.

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Families make up 60.8% of all households, consisting of couples with children at 23.8%, couples without children at 26.4%, and single-parent households at 9.6%. Non-family households represent the remaining 39.2%, with single-person households making up 35.0% and group houses accounting for 4.1%. The median household size is 2.2 residents, which is slightly smaller than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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Qualifications in the suburb of East Albury are notably higher than regional standards, with 29.3% of residents aged 15+ holding a university degree, compared to 18.4% in the SA4 region and 21.3% in the Rest of NSW. This educational profile positions the community well for professional and knowledge-based roles. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 20.1%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 5.9% and graduate diplomas at 3.3%. Vocational and technical training is also highly represented, with 35.0% of the population aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 11.5% and certificates at 23.5%.

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Public transit analysis shows 117 active transit stops in the suburb of East Albury, offering a combination of train and bus services. These locations are serviced by 23 routes, providing a total of 727 passenger journeys weekly. Transit access is classified as excellent, with residents living an average of 149 meters from their nearest stop. Being a mostly residential area, most workers travel out of the suburb, with private cars remaining the primary travel mode at 93%, and 5% of residents walking. Vehicle ownership stands at 1.2 cars per household, which is below the regional average. A relatively low 12.4% of working residents work from home, based on 2021 Census records, which may have been influenced by pandemic conditions.

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Health assessments indicate some below-average trends in the suburb of East Albury, based on mortality rates and the occurrence of chronic conditions, with common health issues slightly more prevalent than average in both younger and older cohorts, while private health insurance coverage is just above the SA2 average at approximately 52% of the population, representing about 3,680 residents.

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The suburb of East Albury shows lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with 88.4% of the population born in Australia, 91.3% holding citizenship, and 92.8% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 52.1% of residents. The most noticeable variation is in the Other religious category, which represents 1.2% of the local population compared to 0.8% across Regional NSW.

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The median age in the suburb of East Albury is 40 years, which is slightly younger than the Regional NSW average of 43 but just above the national median of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, the 25 - 34 age bracket has a higher representation at 13.4% of the population, while the 65 - 74 bracket is lower at 10.5%. Since the 2021 Census, children aged 5 to 14 have increased from 11.0% to 11.9% of the population, while the 55 to 64 group has decreased from 12.3% to 11.3%. Projections for 2041 suggest notable demographic shifts for the suburb of East Albury, with the 35 to 44 age cohort expected to increase by people () to grow from to .

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East Albury currently has an estimated 407 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 304 children aged 0-2 and 202 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 7% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 29% by 2041 (to approximately 527 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 816. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 13.6 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 20% of areas assessed nationally.