Junee (NSW)

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According to ABS demographic updates and new address validations by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Junee has an estimated population of 5,054 as of May 2026. This represents a decline of 12 people (0.2%) from the 2021 Census, which counted 5,066 residents. The change is calculated from a resident population of 5,044 estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release, combined with 31 validated new addresses since the Census. This population level corresponds to a density of 162 persons per square kilometer, indicating substantial space per resident and room for future expansion. While the suburb of Junee saw a 0.2% decrease since the census, the broader SA4 region grew by 2.2%, showcasing contrasting demographic trends. Recent population gains in the area were largely driven by overseas migration, which accounted for approximately 77.0% of total growth.

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The local workforce exhibits a balanced distribution between professional and manual occupations, with a strong presence in public and essential service sectors, alongside a very low unemployment rate of 3.1% according to aggregated statistical boundary data from Districts. In March 2026, there were 1,901 employed residents, with the local jobless rate tracking 1.0% lower than the Regional NSW rate of 4.1%. However, the local workforce participation rate is notably low at 45.2%, compared to 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census data indicates that only 5.6% of working residents operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

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The latest postcode-level tax data from the ATO for the 2023 financial year shows that local earnings are below the national benchmarks, with a median income of $48,896 and an average income of $57,819. In comparison, Regional NSW recorded a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current local estimates would stand at approximately $53,942 for the median and $63,786 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census confirms that household, family, and individual incomes are modest, falling between the 24th and 34th percentiles. The primary income group consists of 29.9% of residents (1,511 people) who earn between $1,500 - 2,999, mirroring the wider region where this same bracket contains of the population. Although housing costs are low, leaving residents with of their income, total disposable income ranks at the th percentile nationally.

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According to the latest Census, the local housing stock consisted of 93.2% houses and 6.8% other dwelling types like townhouses and apartments, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings in Regional NSW. Home ownership levels were equivalent to the Regional NSW rate of 37.9%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (32.0%) or renting (30.1%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $1,251 was well below the Regional NSW average, while the median weekly rent was $260, compared to regional figures of $1,733 and $330 respectively. Nationally, local mortgage repayments are significantly below the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are likewise far below the national benchmark of $375.

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Families make up 67.2% of all households, consisting of 24.8% couples with children, 28.1% couples without children, and 13.0% single parent households. The remaining 32.8% are non-family households, with single-person households accounting for 29.8% and group households representing 3.2% of the total. The median household size of 2.4 residents aligns with the average for Regional NSW.

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The locality shows lower levels of tertiary qualification, with university graduation rates at 13.1%, which is below the NSW average of 32.2%. Bachelor degrees are the most common tertiary qualification at 9.3%, followed by graduate diplomas at 2.0% and postgraduate degrees at 1.8%. Vocational and technical skills are highly prevalent, with 47.9% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.6% and certificate-level training at 38.3%.

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Public transport infrastructure consists of 169 active transit stops providing train and bus connections. These stops are served by 23 distinct routes that deliver 345 weekly passenger services. Accessibility is high, with residents living an average of 131 meters from the nearest stop. The suburb is primarily residential, resulting in most residents commuting out of the area; private cars are the primary mode of travel at 94%, while 4% of commuters walk. Average vehicle ownership stands at 1.4 cars per home. Only 5.6% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Assessments of mortality statistics and chronic disease rates highlight health challenges, with various medical issues affecting both younger and older cohorts, and private health insurance registration is relatively low at approximately 50% of the population (~2,518 people). This compares to 51.9% coverage across Regional NSW and a national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity metrics are below average, with citizens making up 73.7% of the population, 89.8% of residents born in Australia, and 93.0% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 67.8% of the population, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

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The median age of 39 years is below the Regional NSW average of 43 and close to the Australian average of 38 years. Compared to Regional NSW, there is a larger proportion of young adults aged 25 - 34 (16.5%) but a smaller share of children aged 5 - 14 (9.6%). Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort grew from 6.0% to 7.5% of the population, and the 65 to 74 cohort increased from 10.4% to 11.7%, while the 15 to 24 group fell from 11.1% to 10.1%. Looking to 2041, projections suggest significant demographic shifts, with the + cohort expected to grow by ( people), rising from to whereas the to and to age brackets are expected to contract.

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Junee currently has an estimated 247 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 147 children aged 0-2 and 98 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 4% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 26% by 2041 (to approximately 310 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 415. Birth rates in the area have averaged 9.4 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a moderate rate (within the middle tier nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.