Boulder

WA 6432 • Rest of WA

4,872
Population (2021)
$52,988
Median Income
4.40 km²
Area
357m
Elevation

About Boulder

Boulder is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in Western Australia, located within the Kalgoorlie/Boulder (City) area. With a population of 4,872 and a median income of $52,988, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 4.40 km² at an elevation of 357m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of WA.

Situated at an elevation of 357m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Boulder offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Boulder falls under postcode 6432 and is governed by Kalgoorlie/Boulder Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kalgoorlie electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
6432
Urban Area
Kalgoorlie
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-30.78°, 121.48°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
4.40 km²
Elevation
357m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,302
Avg Household Size
2.4 people
Median Age
35 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
4,825
Census 2021
4,872
1.0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$43,316
Income 2021
$52,988
22.3% increase

Income Comparison

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021
💰 Income: ABS Census 2021

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 3,206
Born Overseas 894

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 335
  • 2. Philippines 125
  • 3. England 95
  • 4. South Africa 51
  • 5. Thailand 33
  • 6. Zimbabwe 23
  • 7. India 21
  • 8. Papua New Guinea 18
  • 9. Indonesia 16
  • 10. Scotland 14
  • 11. Fiji 12
  • 12. China 10
  • 13. Germany 9
  • 14. United States 9
  • 15. Malaysia 8

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,631
Australian 1,594
Scottish 411
Irish 410
Australian Aboriginal 397
Maori 206
German 165
Filipino 143
Italian 116
New Zealander 94

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

2,364
Both parents born in Australia
1,107
Both parents born overseas
603
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
46.9%
Christianity
32.9%
Buddhism
1.0%
Islam
0.6%
Hinduism
0.3%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
360 (7.4%)
5-14 years
749 (15.4%)
15-19 years
252 (5.2%)
20-24 years
328 (6.7%)
25-34 years
741 (15.2%)
35-44 years
685 (14.1%)
45-54 years
633 (13.0%)
55-64 years
634 (13.0%)
65-74 years
363 (7.5%)
75-84 years
109 (2.2%)
85+ years
21 (0.4%)

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