Kapunda (SA)

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According to ABS population releases for the wider region and new address details verified by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Kapunda has a calculated population of approximately 3,402 in May 2026. This represents a growth of 455 individuals (15.4%) relative to the 2021 Census, which counted 2,947 residents. This shift is deduced from a resident population of 3,400, calculated by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP details from June 2025 alongside an extra 87 validated new addresses identified since the Census. With this population level, the density ratio stands at 40 persons per square kilometer, indicating a spacious environment for residents. The 15.4% expansion rate in the suburb of Kapunda since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of SA (5.9%) as well as the SA4 territory, positioning it as a leading growth zone. Interstate migration was the main driver of population gains, supplying roughly 75.0% of the growth during recent timeframes, though other components like overseas arrivals and natural growth also registered positive trends.

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The local workforce consists of a balanced mix of industrial, manufacturing, white-collar, and blue-collar occupations, featuring an unemployment rate of only 3.7% and a yearly job growth rate of 5.5% based on Districts figures compiled from regional statistics. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,581, with the local unemployment rate sitting 1.7% below the Regional SA level of 5.5%. The labor participation rate of 56.4% is slightly below the Regional SA baseline of 58.4%. Census records indicate that a modest 8.1% of local workers operated from home, though this figure reflects some influence from COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

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According to the ATO postcode data from Districts released for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Kapunda earn a median income of $43,966 and an average of $50,690. These figures are lower than the national benchmarks, and compare with a median of $48,920 and an average of $58,933 for Regional SA. Adjusting these numbers by a Wage Price Index increase of 10.17% since financial year 2023 results in estimated figures of $48,437 for the median and $55,845 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census shows that individual, household, and family income levels in Kapunda are positioned between the 9th and 15th percentiles nationally. The largest income bracket contains 29.0% of earners who make between $400 - 799 weekly (representing 986 residents), differing from the broader regional trend where the - range is the largest at . Although housing costs are low, with residents keeping of their earnings, the total disposable income for the area sits at the th percentile nationally.

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Based on the most recent Census, the local housing mix consisted of 94.5% standalone houses and 5.5% other options such as townhouses, apartments, or alternative dwellings, compared to Regional SA which has 88.5% houses and 11.5% other residences. The home ownership rate stood at 41.0%, matching the Regional SA average, with remaining residents holding a mortgage (39.5%) or renting (19.5%). The median mortgage repayment of $1,127 per month was lower than the Regional SA average of $1,153, while the median weekly rent was $246, compared to $220 across Regional SA. Nationally, local mortgage commitments are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.

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Families make up 65.5% of all households, consisting of couples without children at 31.2%, couples with children at 21.7%, and single parent households at 11.5%. The remaining 34.5% are non-family households, which includes lone person households at 32.5% and group households at 2.4%. The median household occupancy of 2.3 individuals is equal to the Regional SA average.

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Higher education levels are low, with the proportion of residents holding university qualifications (12.8%) sitting well below the national average of 30.4%. This highlights a clear opportunity for local educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.5%, with graduate diplomas at 1.7% and postgraduate credentials at 1.6%. Technical and trade qualifications are highly represented, with 41.0% of residents aged 15+ holding a vocational qualification, consisting of advanced diplomas at 9.2% and certificates at 31.8%.

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Districts evaluations of mortality rates and chronic health conditions point to notable health challenges for Kapunda, with common conditions present in both young and old cohorts, and the rate of private health insurance coverage is low at 47% of the local population (around 1,602 people) compared to the national average of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity is below the national average, with 86.5% of residents born in Australia, 92.8% holding citizenship, and 98.0% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 44.1% of the population. A notable statistical comparison is Judaism, which is recorded at no residents, matching the no residents rate across Regional SA.

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With a median age of 49, the suburb of Kapunda has a slightly older profile than Regional SA (47) and is significantly older than the national median of 38. Compared to Regional SA, there is a higher proportion of seniors aged 75 - 84 (10.7%) but fewer adults aged 45 - 54 (9.8%). Since the 2021 Census, the 25 to 34 age bracket increased from 9.8% to 11.1% of the population, and the 75 to 84 cohort rose from 9.5% to 10.7%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.6% to 9.8% and the 55 to group declined from to . Projections for indicate key changes in the age profile of the suburb of Kapunda. The to cohort is expected to increase by (an addition of people), rising from to . The overall trend toward an older population is clear, with seniors aged + making up of the total growth. Meanwhile, the to group is projected to remain stable, growing by just ( people).

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Kapunda currently has an estimated 156 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 107 children aged 0-2 and 72 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 8% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 12% by 2041 (to approximately 174 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 352. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.