Wyoming (NSW)

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Analysis of ABS population updates for the wider region, alongside new addresses validated by Districts since the Census, indicates the population of the suburb of Wyoming is approximately 10,033 as of May 2026. This represents a contraction of 78 people (0.8%) from the 2021 Census, which documented a population of 10,111 individuals. The shift is calculated from a resident population of 10,029, estimated by Districts using the ABS June 2025 ERP release and 5 validated new addresses added since the Census date. This population level translates to a density ratio of 1,405 persons per square kilometer, which exceeds the average across national locations evaluated by Districts. Overseas migration was the primary driver of population gains in recent times, serving as the sole source of growth.

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Wyoming is home to a skilled workforce with strong representation in essential services, an unemployment rate of 4.4%, and an estimated employment growth of 3.6% over the past year, according to Districts statistical area aggregations. As of March 2026, there are 4,765 residents in employment, while the unemployment rate sits 0.2% higher than the Greater Sydney level of 4.1%, and labour force participation is much lower (60.4% versus Greater Sydney's 69.1%). Census data indicates a high proportion of residents, 30.8%, worked from home, though the influence of Covid-19 restrictions should be noted.

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The latest postcode level ATO data from Districts for financial year 2023 indicates that incomes in the suburb of Wyoming are below national averages, with a median of $44,515 and an average of $57,527. This compares to Greater Sydney's median income of $60,817 and average income of $83,003. Applying the Wage Price Index growth of 10.32% since financial year 2023, current estimates would be approximately $49,109 for the median and $63,464 for the average as of March 2026. Census data indicates that household, family, and individual incomes are all relatively low in Wyoming, placing between the 25th and 29th percentiles. The largest income bracket contains 31.5% of residents earning $1,500 - 2,999 weekly (3,160 residents), matching regional trends where 30.9% are in this bracket. Housing affordability challenges are notable, with only of income remaining, placing the area in the nd percentile, while the SEIFA income index ranks the area in the th decile.

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The housing stock in Wyoming at the last Census consisted of 76.8% houses and 23.1% semi-detached dwellings, apartments, or other residential categories, compared to the Sydney metro profile of 55.9% houses and 44.1% other dwellings. Home ownership in Wyoming was higher than the Sydney metro average at 31.7%, with mortgaged properties making up 40.8% and rented properties accounting for 27.6%. The median monthly mortgage payment was lower than the Sydney metro average at $1,950, while the median weekly rent was $390, compared to regional figures of $2,427 and $470. On a national level, Wyoming's mortgage payments exceed the Australian average of $1,863, and rents are higher than the national average of $375.

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Families comprise the majority of households at 68.3%, including 27.9% couples with children, 25.6% couples without children, and 13.7% single parent households. Non-family living arrangements account for the remaining 31.7%, consisting of lone person households at 28.9% and group households at 2.7%. The median household size is 2.4 people, which is smaller than the Greater Sydney average of 2.7.

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The region presents educational challenges, with university attainment rates (21.5%) falling below the Greater Sydney average of 38.0%. This scenario provides an opportunity for targeted educational programs. Bachelor degrees are the most common higher qualification at 15.3%, followed by postgraduate degrees (4.1%) and graduate diplomas (2.1%). Vocational training is common, with 39.8% of residents aged 15+ holding qualifications, consisting of advanced diplomas (11.5%) and certificates (28.3%).

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Public transport services in Wyoming include 89 active stops utilizing bus networks. These stops service 43 distinct routes, providing a total of 894 weekly passenger trips. Transport access is rated as excellent, with average resident proximity to the nearest stop standing at 180 meters. The area is mainly residential, and most workers commute out of the suburb, with cars remaining the main transport mode at 89% and trains accounting for 5%. Vehicle ownership averages 1.2 per home. A high share of residents, 30.8%, work from home, based on 2021 Census data, which may reflect pandemic-era conditions.

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Health indicators point to challenges in Wyoming, according to Districts' evaluation of mortality rates and chronic illness rates, with common conditions present in both younger and older cohorts, and private health coverage levels low at approximately 50% of the population (~4,988 people). This compares to 59.9% in Greater Sydney and a national average of 55.7%.

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Wyoming shows similar levels of cultural diversity to the wider region, with 79.7% of residents born in Australia, 89.5% holding citizenship, and 90.1% speaking only English at home. Christianity is the dominant religion, practiced by 52.7% of the population. The most distinct religious overrepresentation is in Judaism, which accounts for 0.1% of the population, compared to 0.8% across Greater Sydney.

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The median age of 42 years in Wyoming is higher than the Greater Sydney average of 37 and the national average of 38 years. The 75 - 84 age cohort is well represented at 10.1% compared to Greater Sydney, while the 25 - 34 bracket is less common at 10.6%. Since the 2021 Census, the 75 to 84 cohort has increased from 8.4% to 10.1% of the population, whereas the 25 to 34 group has decreased from 12.0% to 10.6%. Projections for 2041 suggest shifts in the local age structure, with the 85+ cohort expected to expand by 80% (320 people), growing from 401 to . The combined + cohorts will represent of the total population growth, pointing to an aging profile, while the to and to age groups are expected to shrink.

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Wyoming currently has an estimated 591 children under 5 years old, comprising approximately 364 children aged 0-2 and 242 children aged 3-4. This cohort grew by an estimated 1% since the previous census. though population forecasts indicate future decline, with an anticipated decrease of 16% by 2041 (to approximately 499 children). Meanwhile the 5-12 cohort currently amounts to 977. Birth rates in the area have averaged 12.3 per 1,000 residents over the latest two-year period, a high rate (among the top 30% of areas assessed nationally). This rate has slowed down slightly in recent years however.