Narromine (NSW)

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According to investigations of ABS demographic updates for the wider region and recent address validations conducted by Districts since the Census, the suburb of Narromine has an estimated population of 4,651 as of May 2026. This represents a rise of 43 people (0.9%) compared to the 2021 Census, which counted 4,608 people. This shift is calculated from a resident population of 4,650, which was estimated by Districts using the most recent ABS ERP statistics from June 2025 alongside an additional 48 validated new addresses recorded since the Census date. This population size results in a density of 2.4 persons per square kilometer, ensuring residents enjoy considerable personal space. The 0.9% rate of growth in the suburb of Narromine since the census trails the SA4 region (2.8%) by 1.9 percentage points, indicating competitive local growth drivers. Natural increase was the main contributor to population growth in the area, accounting for approximately 75.0% of the total demographic gains during recent times.

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The suburb of Narromine has a balanced workforce distributed between professional and manual roles, with solid representation in public service sectors, alongside a low unemployment rate of 2.5% derived from statistical area data compiled by Districts. In March 2026, 2,063 local residents were employed, which places the unemployment rate 1.6% below the Regional NSW average of 4.1%, while workforce participation is slightly lower than normal, sitting at 57.2% compared to 60.6% across Regional NSW. Census data indicates that a modest 11.6% of residents performed their jobs from home, although this may have been influenced by pandemic containment measures.

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The most recent postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by Districts for the financial year 2023 show that personal earnings in the suburb of Narromine fall short of the national benchmark, with a median assessed income of $46,292 and a mean income of $54,856. These figures contrast with Regional NSW, where the median income is $52,390 and the average is $65,215. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index expansion of 10.32% since the financial year 2023, current estimates for March 2026 would be roughly $51,069 for the median and $60,517 for the average. Census records show that household, family, and individual earnings in the suburb of Narromine are positioned in the modest 20th to 30th percentiles. Income distribution data shows the largest group contains 30.5% of residents (1,418 people) earning within the $1,500 - 2,999 range, which is comparable to the wider metropolitan region where this group accounts for . Although housing expenses are low, allowing residents to keep of their earnings, total disposable income ranks at only the th percentile across the nation.

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The mix of housing types in the suburb of Narromine at the most recent Census consisted of 93.2% houses and 6.8% other options such as townhouses, units, or alternative dwellings, compared to Regional NSW which recorded 82.6% houses and 17.4% other housing types. At the same time, home ownership in the suburb of Narromine was higher than the Regional NSW average at 42.7%, with the remaining properties being purchased under a mortgage (32.4%) or occupied by tenants (24.9%). The median monthly home loan payment was significantly below the Regional NSW average at $1,213, while the median weekly rent was recorded at $250, compared to regional figures of $1,733 and $330. On a national level, home loan repayments in the suburb of Narromine are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are also well below the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 69.4%, which is split into 26.1% couples raising children, 28.9% couples without children, and 13.2% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 30.6%, with single-person households at 28.4% and group shared homes at 2.3%. The median household size of 2.5 residents is slightly larger than the Regional NSW average of 2.4.

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The locality displays low levels of educational attainment, with university completion rates at 15.3%, which is much lower than the NSW average of 32.2%. This represents a challenge as well as a possibility for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 12.7%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 1.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.1%. Vocational and technical skills are highly represented, with 41.4% of residents aged 15+ holding trade credentials, consisting of advanced diplomas at 8.6% and certificates at 32.8%.

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Public transit data shows 219 transit stops operating in the suburb of Narromine, consisting of bus services. These locations are connected to 29 separate routes, which provide 1,021 weekly passenger journeys. Transit accessibility is classified as excellent, with residents living a median distance of 166 meters from the nearest stop. Because it is a mostly residential area, the majority of commuters travel outside the locality, with private cars being the main transport mode at 92%, and 6% of people walking. The average number of vehicles is 1.5 per household. A low 11.6% of working residents work from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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Medical statistics point to notable challenges in the suburb of Narromine, based on an analysis of death rates and chronic illness rates by Districts, with common health issues appearing across both younger and older populations, while the rate of private health insurance is low at roughly 49% of the population (~2,264 people). This is lower than the Regional NSW average of 51.9% and the national average of 55.7%.

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The suburb of Narromine displays lower cultural diversity than average, with citizens making up 85.8% of the population, 95.7% of residents born in Australia, and 98.2% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, representing 72.4% of the population in the suburb of Narromine, compared to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

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The median age of 39 in the suburb of Narromine is lower than the Regional NSW average of 43, while being close to the national median of 38. Compared to Regional NSW, the suburb of Narromine contains a larger share of residents aged 5 - 14 (13.7%) but a smaller proportion of people aged 65 - 74 (10.5%). Since the 2021 Census, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 10.9% to 12.5%, while the 75 to 84 cohort expanded from 7.3% to 8.6%. On the other hand, the 5 to 14 age group fell from 15.6% to 13.7% and the 55 to category dropped from to . Looking forward to demographic projections indicate notable changes in the local age distribution. The oldest cohort, aged +, is expected to grow by ( people), increasing from to residents. The combined cohorts aged + are projected to account for of all local population growth, pointing to an aging community. In contrast, the groups aged to and to will see their numbers decline.

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Narromine currently has an estimated 339 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 194 children aged 0-2 and 130 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 13% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 14% by 2041 (to approximately 293 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 488. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 14.6 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. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.