Kyogle (NSW)

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According to evaluations of ABS demographic updates for the surrounding region alongside newly validated addresses by Districts following the Census, the suburb of Kyogle has an estimated population of approximately 2,325 as of May 2026. This indicates an expansion of 77 individuals (3.4%) compared to the 2,248 people recorded in the 2021 Census. This shift is determined from the resident count of 2,325, calculated by Districts through analysing the June 2025 release of ERP data by the ABS and factoring in 28 validated new addresses since the Census. Such a population size results in a density of 77 persons per square kilometer, indicating ample space for residents and potential for future building. The 3.4% expansion rate of the suburb of Kyogle since the 2021 census outpaced the SA3 area, which registered no growth, establishing the suburb as a leader in regional growth. The main driver of population gains in recent times was overseas migration, which accounted for roughly 51.0% of the total increase.

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The labor market in Kyogle features a diverse mix of professional and manual occupations, with a strong presence of essential service industries, an unemployment rate of 7.2%, and an estimated job growth of 2.9% over the preceding year, according to regional data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, the employed population stood at 855 individuals, while the local jobless rate sat 3.1% higher than the Regional NSW rate of 4.1%, indicating potential for betterment. Additionally, the labor force participation rate is notably low at 48.7%, compared to 60.6% for Regional NSW. Census feedback indicated that only 10.5% of the local workforce operated from home, though this figure may have been influenced by COVID-19 restrictions.

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Based on Districts' synthesis of postcode-level ATO records for the 2023 financial year, taxpayers in the suburb of Kyogle earned a median income of $37,693 and an average of $46,141. These figures sit below national benchmarks, comparing to a median of $52,390 and an average of $65,215 in Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, updated figures for March 2026 are estimated at $41,583 for the median and $50,903 for the average. Census records show that household, family, and individual incomes in Kyogle are situated within the 1st to 6th percentiles on a national level. Furthermore, 34.1% of residents (792 individuals) earn between $400 - 799, whereas the dominant bracket for the wider region is - at . There is a high concentration of low-income homes, with bringing in less than each week, which points to financial strain for many families. Housing costs present a major challenge, leaving residents with just of their income, which ranks in the th percentile.

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The housing mix in Kyogle, recorded in the most recent Census, consisted of 89.7% separate houses and 10.4% alternative structures like apartments or townhouses, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other residences across Regional NSW. Home ownership without a mortgage stood at 43.4%, exceeding the rate for Regional NSW, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (25.0%) or tenants (31.6%). The typical monthly mortgage payment of $1,142 was notably lower than the Regional NSW median of $1,733, and the typical weekly rent was $280 compared to the regional figure of $330. On a national scale, mortgage commitments in Kyogle are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and typical rent is far below the national rate of $375.

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Families make up the majority of homes at 58.2%, which is composed of 17.6% couples raising children, 22.4% couples without children, and 17.3% single parent households. Single or shared homes represent 41.8% of the area, with solitary dwellers making up 37.9% and shared group households making up 3.8%. The typical household size stands at 2.2 individuals, which is slightly below the Regional NSW standard of 2.4.

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Kyogle experiences lower rates of higher education, with university graduation rates of 14.7% tracking well below the NSW average of 32.2%. This gap presents an opportunity for focused academic programs. Out of those with higher degrees, bachelor qualifications are most common at 11.3%, with postgraduate degrees and graduate diplomas both representing 1.7% of the total. Vocational training is common, as 40.8% of people aged 15+ possess technical qualifications, split between advanced diplomas at 11.4% and certificates at 29.4%.

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Public transport listings show 50 active transit stops in Kyogle, offering a combination of train and bus services. These points of transit are utilized by 24 different routes, which provide 336 passenger services each week. Access to transport is categorized as excellent, with residents living an average of 139 meters from their closest stop. Given the residential focus of the area, the majority of workers travel elsewhere for work, with private vehicles being the primary choice of travel at 88%, while 10% of residents walk. Car ownership stands at an average of 1.0 per household, falling below regional levels. A low proportion of residents (10.5%) worked from home according to the 2021 Census, which could reflect pandemic-related working arrangements.

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Health indicators point to significant difficulties in Kyogle, according to Districts' analysis of mortality figures and the rate of chronic illnesses across both youth and elderly demographics. Private health insurance membership is low, representing only about 45% of residents (~1,052 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national benchmark of 55.7%.

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Kyogle displays lower cultural diversity markers than typical averages, with 89.8% of residents holding citizenship, 91.3% having been born in Australia, and 94.8% using only English in their households. The dominant religious affiliation is Christianity, followed by 54.0% of the community, which is slightly below the 55.9% recorded across Regional NSW.

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With a median age of 47 years, Kyogle is older than both Regional NSW at 43 years and the nation overall at 38 years. The demographic mix is heavily weighted toward the 65 - 74 age bracket at 15.2%, whereas the 25 - 34 bracket is smaller at 7.7% compared to the regional distribution. The proportion of residents aged 65 - 74 is higher than the national rate of 9.4%. Since 2021, the 15 to 24 age cohort has increased from 9.4% to 10.9%, and the 75 to 84 cohort has risen from 9.1% to 10.5%. Meanwhile, the 55 to 64 group decreased from to , and the to group dropped from to . By significant changes in age distributions are anticipated. The demographic trend will be led by the + cohort, which is set to grow by ( people) to reach from a starting point of . This aging trend is prominent, with citizens aged + making up of the projected growth, contrasting with expected decreases in the to and to age categories.

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Kyogle currently has an estimated 132 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 72 children aged 0-2 and 47 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 14% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 8% by 2041 (to approximately 121 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 216. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.7 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally.