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Carabost

NSW 2650 • New South Wales

67
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
205.99 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
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About Carabost

Carabost is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, covering approximately 206 square kilometres of undulating grazing country between Wagga Wagga and the foothills of the western ranges. The locality falls within the postcode area of 2650, broadly associated with Wagga Wagga, and sits in a predominantly agricultural landscape of sheep, cattle, and cropping operations. With a population of around 67 residents, Carabost exemplifies the quiet, working rural character of the Riverina hinterland.

Residents of Carabost rely on Wagga Wagga — the Riverina's major regional city approximately 40 kilometres to the west — for schools, hospitals, shopping, and all major services. The city offers a university campus, an airport with regular flights to Sydney and Melbourne, and a well-developed retail and dining precinct. The local landscape, crossed by seasonal creeks and pastoral runs, suits those who appreciate wide-open spaces, farming lifestyles, and the relaxed pace of rural New South Wales.

Carabost falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by the Greater Hume Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Riverina, while state elections fall under the Wagga Wagga electorate.

📍 Location

State
New South Wales
Postcode
2650
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Greater Hume
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.07°, 147.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
205.99 km²
Population Density
0 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 2650

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 2650, comparing the 2019–20 and 2023–24 financial years.

Median 2019–20
$50,085
Median 2023–24
$60,452
▲ 20.7% increase
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$72,948

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 2650; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Wagga Wagga
40 km
N/A

Bus Services

  • No regular bus service — Wagga Wagga N/A

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
455 km
By Train
No direct train; drive to Wagga Wagga station, then approx. 5.5 hr by XPT
By Car (Peak)
5 hr - 5 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 45 min - 5 hr

🛣️ Wagga Wagga Airport offers regular flights to Sydney (approx. 1 hr); Sturt Highway is the main regional route

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

A dispersed rural locality with no local services; all daily needs require travel to Wagga Wagga by car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
67
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

These are the latest 2025 rates for the Greater Hume Local Government Area, which contains Carabost. Rates are per 100,000 residents; trends compare 2 and 10 year periods ending Dec 2025.

Break & enter (dwelling)
120.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Motor vehicle theft
164 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Non-DV assault
129.5 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Robbery (unarmed)
nc / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
120.9 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
View all 62 offence types for Greater Hume →

Source: NSW Bureau of Crime Statistics and Research (BOCSAR)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Carabost known for? +

Carabost is a quiet grazing and agricultural locality in the NSW Riverina, known for its wide pastoral landscapes and rural character between Wagga Wagga and the western slopes.

How far is Carabost from Wagga Wagga? +

Carabost is approximately 40 kilometres east of Wagga Wagga, the Riverina's major regional city, making it about a 35-minute drive for services and amenities.

Does Carabost have public transport? +

Carabost has no public transport services. Residents rely entirely on private vehicles for travel, with Wagga Wagga providing the nearest rail and bus connections.

What is the population of Carabost? +

The 2021 Census recorded a population of approximately 67 residents in Carabost, consistent with its character as a sparsely settled rural locality.

Is Carabost a good place to live? +

Carabost suits those seeking a genuine rural farming lifestyle in the Riverina, with the facilities of Wagga Wagga accessible within a 40-minute drive including a regional airport, university, and full retail services.

What is the postcode for Carabost? +

The postcode for Carabost, NSW is 2650.

Is Carabost a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Carabost is part of the Greater Hume LGA — see the Crime Statistics section on this page for the latest recorded offence rates per 100,000 residents, along with 2-year and 10-year trends.