Nagambie (Vic.)

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Based on statistical assessments of ABS updates for the region and subsequent address checks conducted by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Nagambie is estimated to have a population of 2,702 as of May 2026. This representing a gain of 448 people (19.9%) relative to the 2021 Census count of 2,254 people. The calculation stems from a resident base of 2,612 calculated by Districts using the June 2025 ERP release from the ABS combined with 288 validated new addresses found after the Census. This population level yields a density of 18.6 persons per square kilometer, which ensures a spacious living environment. The expansion of 19.9% since the 2021 census outstripped the SA4 region (2.9%) and the Rest of Vic. area, establishing the suburb of Nagambie as a regional leader in growth. Recent demographic increases were mostly fueled by interstate migration, which accounted for approximately 73.0% of the overall gains.

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The suburb of Nagambie maintains a diverse labor force divided between white-collar and blue-collar occupations, with a notably high concentration of workers in the construction sector, and an unemployment rate of 4.4% compiled from regional statistical data by Districts. In March 2026, employed residents numbered 1,205, which sits 0.8% above the 3.7% rate observed across Regional Vic. Furthermore, workforce participation is comparatively weak, registering at 55.4% compared to 61.1% in Regional Vic. Census data indicates that a modest 11.5% of the local workforce worked from home, though this figure was likely impacted by pandemic restrictions.

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Based on Districts' compilation of the financial year 2023 ATO statistics for this postcode, taxpayers in the suburb of Nagambie recorded a median income of $46,192 and an average income of $58,090. These numbers sit below the national average and compare to median and average levels of $50,954 and $62,728 respectively across Regional Vic. Adjusting these figures for a Wage Price Index increase of 9.62% since financial year 2023 suggests current figures of roughly $50,636 for the median and $63,678 for the average as of March 2026. The 2021 Census indicates that household, family, and individual incomes in the suburb of Nagambie are situated between the 9th and 23rd percentiles nationwide. Income distribution statistics show that 28.3% of local taxpayers (representing 764 individuals) earn between $400 - whereas the surrounding region is dominated by the - range at . Residents retain of their income after paying for housing, which ranks in the th percentile nationally.

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At the time of the latest Census, the residential mix in the suburb of Nagambie consisted of 88.5% detached houses and 11.5% alternative dwellings such as townhouses, apartments, or other structures, compared to 90.1% houses and 9.9% other dwellings across Regional Vic. The level of outright home ownership in the suburb of Nagambie reached 48.6%, higher than the rate in Regional Vic., with the remaining housing stock split between homes with a mortgage (27.2%) and rented properties (24.2%). The median mortgage payment of $1,487 per month was higher than the Regional Vic. median of $1,430, while weekly rent was recorded at $295 compared to $285 in Regional Vic. On a national level, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Nagambie are lower than the Australian median of $1,863, and rents are below the national median of $375.

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Families represent the majority of households at 61.2%, consisting of 19.7% couples with children, 32.3% couples without children, and 8.6% single-parent households. Non-family households make up the remaining 38.8%, which is composed of lone-person households at 35.9% and group living situations at 2.6%. The median household occupancy is 2.1 people, below the Regional Vic. average of 2.4.

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Educational attainment levels show areas of need, with university graduation rates at 15.6% sitting well below the VIC average of 33.4%. Bachelor degrees comprise the largest portion at 11.0%, followed by graduate diplomas at 2.8% and postgraduate qualifications at 1.8%. Conversely, vocational and technical credentials are quite common, with 40.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas at 10.2% and certificates at 29.8%.

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Analysis of transit facilities shows that there are 4 active public transport stops within the suburb of Nagambie, consisting of train connections. These stops are serviced by 4 separate routes, providing a total of 92 passenger journeys weekly. Transit access is classified as limited, with residents living an average of 692 meters from their nearest stop. The suburb of Nagambie is primarily residential, and the majority of workers travel out of the area for employment, with cars being the main transport mode at 92%, and 6% of commuters walking. The average number of vehicles per home is 1.4. A low proportion of residents (11.5%) worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may have been influenced by COVID-19 rules.

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Health measures indicate poorer outcomes for the suburb of Nagambie, according to Districts evaluations of death rates and ongoing sickness, with typical medical issues slightly more common than average across both young and old cohorts. Additionally, the proportion of residents with private health insurance is relatively low at approximately 50% of the population, representing about 1,346 people, compared to the national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Nagambie has lower levels of cultural diversity than average, with citizens representing 88.0% of the population, Australian-born residents accounting for 88.1%, and 93.8% of people speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 56.2% of residents in the suburb of Nagambie, compared to 47.3% across Regional Vic.

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The median age in the suburb of Nagambie is 51 years, which is higher than both the Regional Vic. median of 43 and the Australian median of 38. Compared to Regional Vic., the 65 - 74 age bracket is overrepresented at 19.1% of the population, whereas the 5 - 14 group is underrepresented at 8.2%. The concentration of residents aged 65 - 74 sits well above the national figure of 9.4%. Post-2021 Census figures reveal that the 75 to 84 age bracket has grown from 9.2% to 12.1% of the population, and the 65 to 74 group rose from 17.4% to 19.1%. Meanwhile, the to group declined from to and the to group dropped from to . By significant changes in age demographics are expected, led by the to group which is projected to expand by (an increase of people) to reach residents from .

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Nagambie currently has an estimated 135 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 68 children aged 0-2 and 45 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 2% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 66% by 2041 (to approximately 224 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 185. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 8.4 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally.