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Kalgoorlie

WA 6430 • Rest of WA

3,711
Population (2021)
$108,940
Median Household Income
4.04 km²
Area
$300/wk
Median Rent
Mining TownMulticulturalOutbackHistoricAffluent

About Kalgoorlie

Kalgoorlie is the central urban suburb of the Kalgoorlie-Boulder City local government area, located 595 kilometres east of Perth in Western Australia's Goldfields region at an elevation of 372 metres. With a population of 3,711 and a median personal income of $1,175 per week — significantly above the national average — the suburb reflects the economic strength of the region's gold and nickel mining industries. The community is notably diverse, with substantial Filipino, Aboriginal, and New Zealand-born populations contributing to a multicultural character uncommon in regional Australia.

Kalgoorlie is steeped in gold rush history, and the heritage streetscapes of Hannan Street, the Super Pit open-cut gold mine lookout, and the Museum of the Goldfields are among the area's major attractions. Kalgoorlie Plaza Shopping Centre on Hannan Street provides retail services including a Woolworths supermarket for the broader region. The suburb is serviced by Kalgoorlie Airport with regular regional flights to Perth, and the Prospector train service offers a rail connection to Perth for those not travelling by air or car.

Kalgoorlie falls under postcode 6430 and is governed by Kalgoorlie/Boulder Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Kalgoorlie electorate.

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📰 Western Australia Suburbs with the Most Housing Commission

📍 Location

State
Western Australia
Postcode
6430
Urban Area
Kalgoorlie
LGA / Council
Kalgoorlie/Boulder
Federal Electorate
O'connor
State Electorate
Kalgoorlie
Type
Urban
Timezone
Perth (UTC+8)
Coordinates
-30.75°, 121.47°
Statistical Area
Rest of WA
Area
4.04 km²
Elevation
372m

🏠 Housing 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$300
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,517
Avg Household Size
2.3 people
Median Age
35 years
Social Housing (% of dwellings)
7.8%

93 state housing + 15 community housing dwellings (ABS 2021 Census)

🚌 Transport & Commute

Nearest Train Stations

Kalgoorlie
0.5 km
6 min

Bus Services

  • Goldfields Bus Lines — Kalgoorlie-Boulder (local) 10-20 min within city

Commute to Perth CBD

Distance
595 km
By Train
Prospector train to Perth; approx 7-8 hours
By Car (Peak)
5.5-6.5 hours
By Car (Off-Peak)
5.5-6 hours

🛣️ Kalgoorlie Airport offers regional flights to Perth (approx 1.5 hrs); most commuting is by air for business travel

Walkability Car-Dependent

The Hannan Street town centre is walkable for shopping and dining, but most residents rely on a car for daily life

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

  • Woolworths
    Kalgoorlie Plaza Shopping Centre, Hannan Street Kalgoorlie 6430 WA

🎓 Schools

🎓 Educational Institution Attending 2021 Census

School Sector Breakdown

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
3,901
Census 2021
3,711
▼ 4.9% decline

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Personal Income 2016
$49,400
Personal Income 2021
$61,100
▲ 23.7% increase

2021 Census income breakdown

Personal = median for one earner. Household = all members of a dwelling pooled. Family = related members only. Annual = weekly × 52.

Personal
$61,100 / yr
$1175/wk
Household
$108,940 / yr
$2095/wk
Family
$141,700 / yr
$2725/wk

Personal Income Comparison (2016 vs 2021)

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 2,196
Born Overseas 1,181

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. New Zealand 238
  • 2. Philippines 169
  • 3. India 109
  • 4. England 80
  • 5. South Africa 66
  • 6. China 46
  • 7. Thailand 43
  • 8. Zimbabwe 29
  • 9. Papua New Guinea 26
  • 10. Scotland 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

English 1,168
Australian 1,134
Scottish 308
Irish 296
Filipino 189
Australian Aboriginal 185
Indian 126
Italian 110
Maori 107
German 106

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

1,623
Both parents born in Australia
1,375
Both parents born overseas
349
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

No Religion
40.8%
Christianity
40.1%
Hinduism
2.5%
Buddhism
1.9%
Islam
1.4%
Sikhism
1.0%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
222 (6.0%)
5-14 years
370 (10.0%)
15-19 years
167 (4.5%)
20-24 years
316 (8.5%)
25-34 years
749 (20.2%)
35-44 years
502 (13.5%)
45-54 years
494 (13.3%)
55-64 years
459 (12.4%)
65-74 years
234 (6.3%)
75-84 years
130 (3.5%)
85+ years
70 (1.9%)

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kalgoorlie known for? +

Kalgoorlie is known as the centre of WA's gold mining industry, with the famous Kalgoorlie-Boulder Super Pit one of the world's largest open-cut gold mines. The city has a rich gold rush heritage with the Hannans North Tourist Mine, wide Victorian-era streetscapes, and an outback frontier character.

How far is Kalgoorlie from Perth? +

Kalgoorlie is approximately 595 kilometres east of Perth, around a 6 hour drive via the Great Eastern Highway. The Transwa Prospector train takes approximately 8 hours.

Does Kalgoorlie have public transport? +

Kalgoorlie is served by the Transwa Prospector train to Perth (approximately 8 hours) and Skywest/REX flights from Kalgoorlie-Boulder Airport (approximately 1 hour 10 minutes to Perth). Local bus services operate within the city.

What is the population of Kalgoorlie? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kalgoorlie (suburb) has a population of approximately 3,711 residents, with the greater Kalgoorlie-Boulder area home to around 30,000 people.

Is Kalgoorlie a good place to live? +

Kalgoorlie offers affordable living with high mining wages, the extraordinary Super Pit, a vibrant outback city culture, and good local services. It suits mining industry workers, adventure seekers, and those who value a unique regional Australian city lifestyle.

What is the postcode for Kalgoorlie? +

The postcode for Kalgoorlie is 6430.

What is the average income in Kalgoorlie? +

Based on the 2021 Census, the median personal income in Kalgoorlie is about $1,175 per week (around $61,100 per year). The median household income is $2,095 per week and the median family income is $2,725 per week.

What is the age profile of Kalgoorlie? +

The median age in Kalgoorlie is 35. The largest age group is 25–34 (749 residents, around 20%). Around 20% of residents are under 20 and about 12% are aged 65 or older. (2021 Census)

How much is rent in Kalgoorlie? +

In Kalgoorlie, the median weekly rent is $300, and the median monthly mortgage repayment is $1,517 (2021 Census).