Tamarama (NSW)

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Tamarama has a resident population estimated at approximately 1,585 as of May 2026, according to calculations by Districts utilizing ABS regional demographic updates and validation of new addresses since the Census. Compared to the 2021 Census count of 1,478 individuals, this represents a growth of 107 people (7.2%). The current figure is calculated from the resident population of 1,585, determined by Districts following analysis of the ABS June 2025 release of estimated resident population statistics along with 13 validated new addresses registered since the Census. This population size results in a density of 5,283 persons per square kilometer, placing the area in the highest 10% of all Australian locations analyzed by Districts and highlighting local land as a highly coveted resource. Tamarama's expansion rate of 7.2% since the 2021 Census outpaced the broader SA3 region's 5.6% growth, as well as the state overall, establishing the locality as a regional leader in population gains. The growth in the area was mostly driven by arrivals from overseas, which accounted for approximately of the total population growth during recent times.

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The local workforce in Tamarama is highly educated, with notable representation in the technology industry, an unemployment rate of just 3.2%, and an estimated job growth rate of 1.9% over the past year, according to Districts' compiled statistical boundaries. In March 2026, there were 1,049 employed residents, and the unemployment rate sat 0.9% below the Greater Sydney average of 4.1%. Workforce participation is exceptionally high at 80.4% compared to 69.1% across Greater Sydney. Census records show that a high proportion of residents, 66.4%, worked from home, though this may have been influenced by COVID-19 pandemic restrictions.

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Income levels in the suburb of Tamarama rank in the highest percentile nationally, based on ATO statistics compiled by Districts for the 2023 financial year. Among local taxpayers, the median income is $94,007 and the average income is $192,343, compared to Greater Sydney averages of $60,817 and $83,003 respectively. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since the 2023 financial year, current estimates suggest a median income of approximately $103,709 and an average of $212,193 as of March 2026. According to Census data, household, family, and individual incomes in Tamarama all sit between the 99th and 99th percentiles nationwide. The largest income bracket contains 55.1% of local taxpayers (873 people) earning over $4,000, which contrasts with the broader metropolitan area where the - bracket is largest at . The suburb's affluence is highlighted by the of residents earning upwards of per week, which helps sustain high-end shops and services. Housing expenses consume of income, and strong wages place residents in the th percentile for disposable income, with the area's SEIFA income score falling in the th decile.

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According to the latest Census, residential dwellings in Tamarama consisted of 22.9% detached houses and 77.1% other types of housing, such as semi-detached properties, apartments, and alternative structures, compared to Greater Sydney's mix of 55.9% detached houses and 44.1% other dwellings. The home ownership rate in Tamarama matched the metropolitan average of 27.3%, with the remaining properties occupied by residents with a mortgage (25.9%) or renters (46.8%). The median monthly mortgage payment of $4,109 was significantly higher than the metropolitan average of $2,427, while the median weekly rent was $850 compared to the Greater Sydney average of $470. On a national level, Tamarama's mortgage commitments are much higher than the Australian average of $1,863, and weekly rents are well above the national median of $375.

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Families make up the majority of households at 69.0%, which is comprised of 31.3% couples with children, 29.9% couples without children, and 6.0% single parent households. Non-family households represent the remaining 31.0% of the area, with lone persons accounting for 21.6% and shared group households making up 10.1%. The median household occupancy is 2.5 residents, which is slightly smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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Tamarama residents exhibit levels of education that are significantly higher than broader benchmarks, with 64.4% of those aged 15 and older holding a university degree, compared to 30.4% nationally and 32.2% across NSW. This strong academic profile positions the local workforce well for knowledge-intensive industries. Bachelor degrees are the most common qualification at 43.8%, followed by postgraduate degrees (17.2%) and graduate diplomas (3.4%). Vocational education makes up 15.6% of qualifications for those aged 15 and over, split between advanced diplomas (8.3%) and certificates (7.3%).

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Public transport services in Tamarama include 8 active stops serviced by a network of buses. These stops accommodate 2 routes, providing a total of 792 passenger journeys weekly. Transport access is highly convenient, with residents living an average of 98 meters from the nearest stop. Due to the residential character of the suburb, most workers commute to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 65%, followed by train travel at 12% and bus travel at 7%. Household vehicle ownership averages 1.0 car per home, below the regional average. Additionally, 66.4% of residents worked from home, according to the 2021 Census, which may reflect pandemic-related working arrangements.

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Health outcomes in Tamarama are excellent, according to Districts' evaluation of mortality data and the low prevalence of chronic medical conditions across all age brackets. The rate of private health insurance coverage is exceptionally high, encompassing approximately 102% of the population (1,624 people), compared to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

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Tamarama exhibits higher levels of cultural diversity than most locations, with 13.3% of residents speaking a language other than English at home and 34.4% born outside of Australia. Christianity is the primary religion, followed by 36.5% of the population. The most prominent religious overrepresentation is Judaism, which accounts for 7.0% of the population, significantly higher than the Greater Sydney average of 0.8%.

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The median age in Tamarama is 35 years, making it slightly younger than Greater Sydney's median of 37 and the national average of 38. The 25 to 34 age bracket is heavily represented at 22.3% of the population, well above the national average of 14.6%, while the 5 to 14 cohort is less common at 7.6%. Since 2021, the proportion of residents aged 15 to 24 grew from 10.4% to 12.2%. In contrast, the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 15.0% to 13.2%, and the 65 to 74 age bracket declined from 5.7% to 4.2%. Long-term population forecasts to project significant demographic shifts. The cohort aged and over is expected to grow by people (), rising from to . Combined, residents aged and over will account for of all population growth, highlighting the aging profile of the suburb, while the to and to age groups will decrease in size.

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Tamarama currently has an estimated 114 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 51 children aged 0-2 and 34 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 7% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 8% by 2041 (to approximately 105 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 106. Recent growth has been driven by high birth rates observed in the area, with approximately 12.1 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.