Tenambit (NSW)

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In the suburb of Tenambit, the population is estimated to stand at approximately 3,400 as of May 2026, according to analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region and new addresses verified by Districts since the Census. This represents an expansion of 312 people (10.1%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 3,088 people. This shift is deduced from a resident population of 3,398, estimated by Districts using the latest ABS ERP release from June 2025 and 143 validated new addresses since the Census date. At this level, population density reaches 1,538 persons per square kilometer, exceeding the typical ratio recorded across national sites evaluated by Districts. The growth rate of 10.1% in the suburb of Tenambit since the 2021 census outpaced the Rest of NSW (4.9%) as well as the overall state, positioning it as a leading growth area locally. Migration from other states served as the primary contributor, accounting for roughly 47.0% of the population expansion over recent timeframes, though positive contributions were also registered from natural increase and overseas migration.

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The local labor force is evenly distributed across blue and white-collar roles, with a strong presence in essential services, an unemployment rate of 4.7%, and an estimated job growth rate of 3.4% over the preceding year, as shown by Districts statistical compilations. By March 2026, working residents numbered 1,433, while the local unemployment rate exceeded Regional NSW's level of 4.1% by 0.6%, and the participation rate of 53.3% remained far behind the regional figure of 60.6%. Census data indicates that 19.8% of employed individuals worked from home, although this figure was likely influenced by COVID-19 related lockdowns.

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According to the most recent postcode-level ATO data released for financial year 2023, taxpayers in the suburb of Tenambit have a median income of $46,201 and an average income of $56,610. These figures are below national benchmarks and compare to a median of $52,390 and average of $65,215 across Regional NSW. Adjusting for a Wage Price Index increase of 10.32% since financial year 2023, estimates for March 2026 stand at about $50,969 for the median and $62,452 for the average. Census records show that household, family, and individual incomes in the area sit between the 17th and 17th percentiles nationally. The dominant earnings cohort is the $1,500 - 2,999 bracket, accounting for 30.8% of the community (1,047 people), which is comparable to the regional rate of in the same bracket. Accommodation costs place heavy pressure on budgets, leaving just of household income and placing the suburb in the th percentile for affordability.

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The Census details the local housing layout as 87.9% separate houses and 12.0% alternative configurations such as townhouses, apartments, or other structures, compared to 82.6% houses and 17.4% other dwellings throughout Regional NSW. Fully owned properties accounted for 36.9% of homes, trailing the regional rate, with the remaining residences either under a mortgage (30.9%) or occupied by tenants (32.2%). Typical monthly home loan payments were $1,625, which is lower than the Regional NSW standard of $1,733, while weekly rent was $345, compared to $330 regionally. On a national level, mortgage costs are notably below the Australian baseline of $1,863, and weekly rents are similarly lower than the national benchmark of $375.

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Most residences function as family households, making up 68.8% of the total, which includes couples with children at 22.8%, couples without children at 27.9%, and single-parent homes at 17.0%. Independent or shared arrangements account for the remaining 31.2%, comprising single-person households at 29.9% and group living situations at 1.7%. The typical household size is 2.4 individuals, aligning perfectly with the Regional NSW norm.

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Higher education rates are quite low in the area, with only 14.6% of residents holding a tertiary degree compared to the NSW benchmark of 32.2%. This creates a clear focus area for community learning programs. Among university graduates, bachelor degrees are most common at 10.4%, followed by postgraduate degrees at 2.5% and graduate diplomas at 1.7%. Conversely, vocational and practical training is strong, with 40.3% of citizens aged 15+ possessing technical qualifications, including advanced diplomas at 10.3% and certificates at 30.0%.

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Assessments of local transit show 29 active passenger stops servicing the area, consisting of various bus options. These locations connect to 31 distinct routes, which support 487 passenger journeys each week. Access to transit is highly rated, with the average home positioned 140 meters from the closest stop. Due to the residential nature of the suburb, most workers travel to other areas, with private vehicles remaining the primary choice at 96%. Households hold an average of 1.3 cars, which is below the regional norm. Additionally, 19.8% of residents worked from home according to the 2021 Census, a figure that may reflect pandemic conditions.

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Districts evaluations of mortality statistics and the prevalence of long-term illnesses highlight significant healthcare challenges in the area, with various medical issues affecting both younger and older demographics. Furthermore, private health insurance uptake is modest, covering around 49% of the population (~1,678 people), compared to 51.9% in Regional NSW and a national rate of 55.7%.

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Cultural diversity is lower than average, with 92.4% of residents having been born in Australia, 93.2% holding citizenship, and 97.9% communicating exclusively in English at home. The dominant religious affiliation is Christianity, followed by 58.5% of the population, which compares to 55.9% across Regional NSW.

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The median age in the locality is 41 years, which falls slightly below the Regional NSW standard of 43 but sits just above the national median of 38 years. Relative to Regional NSW, there is a strong concentration in the 75 - 84 age bracket at 9.9%, while the 45 - 54 bracket is less common at 10.0%. Data collected since the 2021 Census reveals that the proportion of residents aged 75 to 84 increased from 8.2% to 9.9%. Meanwhile, the 5 to 14 cohort decreased from 12.5% to 11.3%, and the 45 to 54 cohort fell from 11.1% to 10.0%. Projections through to indicate notable demographic shifts, with the to age bracket expected to expand fastest at , gaining individuals to total . In comparison, the to group is projected to see minimal expansion of ( people).

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Tenambit currently has an estimated 204 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 119 children aged 0-2 and 78 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 9% since the previous census. while population forecasts indicate future growth, with an anticipated increase of 28% by 2041 (to approximately 262 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 327. While growth has been positive birth rates observed in the area have been moderate, with approximately 9.9 births per 1,000 residents recorded over the latest two-year period analysed which ranks the area within the middle tier nationally. This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.