Romaine (Tas.)

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Based on an evaluation of ABS population updates for the wider region, along with recent addresses validated by Districts since the Census, the population of the suburb of Romaine is estimated at approximately 1,895 as of May 2026. This represents a growth of 45 people (2.4%) from the 2021 Census, which counted a population of 1,850 people. The variance is calculated from a resident population of 1,893, estimated by Districts using the latest ERP data release from the ABS (June 2025) and an extra 5 validated new addresses since the Census date. This population level translates to a density ratio of 255 persons per square kilometer, which offers substantial space per individual and capacity for subsequent expansion. Throughout the last decade, the suburb of Romaine has shown stable growth trends with a 0.7% compound annual growth rate, outpacing the SA3 area. Population expansion in the locality was chiefly driven by natural growth, which made up roughly 58% of all population increases in recent times.

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The suburb of Romaine has a balanced workforce distributed between white and blue collar jobs, with a solid representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of only 2.6%, and 3.7% in estimated job growth over the prior year, according to Districts calculations of statistical area data. As of March 2026, 1,047 residents are employed, which is an unemployment rate 1.3% lower than the Regional Tas. level of 3.9%, while workforce participation is notably high (67.4% compared to 58.8% in Regional Tas.). Census figures indicate that a minor 4.8% of residents worked from home, though the effects of Covid-19 lockdowns should be kept in mind.

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The suburb of Romaine displays a median taxpayer income of $55,610 and an average of $67,574, based on the latest postcode-level ATO statistics compiled by Districts for financial year 2023. These figures are comparable to national averages, differing from the median income of $49,689 and average of $59,358 in Regional Tas.. Adjusted for Wage Price Index growth of 10.95% since financial year 2023, current estimates would stand at roughly $61,699 (median) and $74,973 (average) as of March 2026. Based on 2021 Census data, household, family, and personal incomes in the suburb of Romaine are all modest, ranking between the 32nd and 35th percentiles. Looking at the spread of income, the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket is the most common, accounting for 33.1% of residents (627 people), matching regional patterns where fall into the same bracket. Accommodation costs are sustainable with of income retained, though disposable income is below average at the th percentile.

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Residential structures in the suburb of Romaine at the time of the latest Census consisted of 92.4% houses and 7.6% other options (semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative dwellings), compared to 89.9% houses and 10.1% other options in Regional Tas.. Meanwhile, the home ownership rate in the suburb of Romaine was slightly below that of Regional Tas. at 37.3%, with the remaining properties being mortgaged (38.7%) or occupied by tenants (24.0%). The median monthly mortgage payment in the area stood at $1,300, which is higher than the Regional Tas. average of $1,274, while the median weekly rent was $280, compared to $250 in Regional Tas.. On a national scale, mortgage repayments in the suburb of Romaine are much lower than the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are considerably lower than the national figure of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 74.6%, consisting of 30.1% couples with children, 33.1% couples without children, and 10.6% single parent households. Non-family households account for the remaining 25.4%, with single person homes at 24.0% and group households representing 1.4% of the total. The median household size of 2.5 people is larger than the Regional Tas. average of 2.3.

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The locality displays low levels of academic attainment, with university graduation rates (12.9%) sitting well below the national average of 30.4%. This represents both a structural issue and an opening for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common at 9.5%, followed by postgraduate degrees (1.8%) and graduate diplomas (1.6%). Vocational and technical training is highly prevalent, with 44.0% of residents aged 15+ holding trade qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (9.3%) and certificates (34.7%).

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Analysis of public transit reveals 11 active passenger stops within the suburb of Romaine, consisting of bus services. These stops are connected to 41 separate routes, which combine to offer 2,153 weekly passenger journeys. Transit accessibility is classified as good, with residents living an average of 373 meters from their nearest stop. Because this is a mainly residential locality, the majority of workers travel out of the area, and cars remain the primary mode of travel at 97%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.6 per home. A small 4.8% of residents work from home, based on 2021 Census data which may reflect pandemic-related conditions.

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The suburb of Romaine exhibits notable health issues, based on Districts' evaluation of mortality statistics and the prevalence of chronic illnesses across both younger and older cohorts, while the proportion of the population with private health insurance is relatively high at approximately 54% (~1,022 people). This compares to 49.1% of residents across Regional Tas..

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The suburb of Romaine ranks below average for cultural diversity, with 90.3% of residents born in Australia, 92.7% holding citizenship, and 95.6% speaking only English at home. The predominant religion is Christianity, which is practiced by 39.4% of residents. However, the most distinct overrepresentation is seen in Islam, which accounts for 1.4% of the population compared to 0.6% in Regional Tas..

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At 40 years, the median age in the suburb of Romaine is much lower than the Regional Tas. average of 45, though slightly higher than the Australian figure of 38 years. The demographic profile shows that the 15 - 24 age bracket is highly represented (12.6%), whereas the 65 - 74 bracket is relatively small (11.5%) compared to Regional Tas.. Since 2021, the 65 to 74 demographic has increased from 10.2% to 11.5% of the population, and the 85+ bracket has risen from 1.5% to 2.6%. On the other hand, the 45 to 54 cohort has decreased from 14.2% to 12.2%, and the 5 to cohort has fallen from to . Projections for point to significant changes in the age structure of the suburb of Romaine. The + bracket is expected to grow the fastest at , adding residents to reach . Older residents (+) are projected to account for of the population growth, highlighting the aging trend. Conversely, population contractions are expected within the to and to brackets.

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Romaine currently has an estimated 87 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 54 children aged 0-2 and 36 children aged 3-4. This cohort declined by an estimated 14% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 7% by 2041 (to approximately 81 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 161. Birth rates in the area have averaged 7.8 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a low rate (among the bottom 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.