Karabar

NSW 2620 • Rest of NSW

8,517
Population (2021)
$50,700
Median Income
6.98 km²
Area
594m
Elevation

About Karabar

Karabar is a welcoming, community-oriented suburb in New South Wales, located within the Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional (Area) area. With a population of 8,517 and a median income of $50,700, the suburb attracts a diverse mix of families, young professionals, and long-term residents. Covering 6.98 km² at an elevation of 594m, it offers a comfortable living environment in the Rest of NSW.

Situated at an elevation of 594m, the suburb enjoys cooler temperatures and scenic views. The area features local parks, community facilities, and easy access to surrounding regions. Karabar offers a balanced lifestyle with a mix of residential comfort and natural beauty.

Karabar falls under postcode 2620 and is governed by Queanbeyan-Palerang Regional Council (LGA). For state elections, residents vote in the Monaro electorate.

📍 Location

Postcode
2620
Urban Area
Queanbeyan
Federal Electorate
State Electorate
Type
Major Urban
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.38°, 149.24°
Statistical Area
Rest of NSW
Area
6.98 km²
Elevation
594m

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

🏠 Housing Costs 2021 Census

Median Rent (weekly)
$350
Median Mortgage (monthly)
$1,950
Avg Household Size
2.6 people
Median Age
38 years

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
8,247
Census 2021
8,517
3.3% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

Income 2016
$42,224
Income 2021
$50,700
20.1% increase

Income Comparison

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

🌍 Country of Birth 2021 Census

Born in Australia 6,522
Born Overseas 1,477

Top Countries of Birth (excl. Australia)

  • 1. North Macedonia 182
  • 2. India 134
  • 3. England 132
  • 4. New Zealand 116
  • 5. Philippines 88
  • 6. Italy 86
  • 7. Croatia 47
  • 8. Nepal 44
  • 9. Germany 35
  • 10. United States 33
  • 11. Fiji 30
  • 12. China 27
  • 13. Greece 22
  • 14. Vietnam 22
  • 15. Samoa 21

🧬 Ancestry 2021 Census

Top ancestries reported (people may report up to two)

Australian 3,191
English 2,724
Irish 886
Scottish 767
Australian Aboriginal 571
Italian 441
Macedonian 363
German 338
Croatian 143
Filipino 121

👨‍👩‍👧 Parents' Birthplace 2021 Census

4,895
Both parents born in Australia
2,044
Both parents born overseas
1,036
One parent AU, one overseas

🛐 Religion 2021 Census

Christianity
52.5%
No Religion
35.3%
Hinduism
1.6%
Buddhism
1.0%
Sikhism
0.9%
Islam
0.6%

📊 Age Distribution 2021 Census

0-4 years
526 (6.2%)
5-14 years
1,088 (12.8%)
15-19 years
490 (5.8%)
20-24 years
515 (6.0%)
25-34 years
1,265 (14.9%)
35-44 years
1,133 (13.3%)
45-54 years
1,148 (13.5%)
55-64 years
1,094 (12.8%)
65-74 years
752 (8.8%)
75-84 years
385 (4.5%)
85+ years
99 (1.2%)

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