🔍

Kimba

SA 5641 • South Australia

608
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
18.23 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteOutback
Advertisement

About Kimba

Kimba is a small agricultural town on South Australia's Eyre Peninsula, situated approximately 282 kilometres north-west of Adelaide within the District Council of Kimba. With a population of 608 at the 2021 Census, Kimba serves as a service hub for the surrounding wheat and pastoral farming region at an elevation of around 280 metres above sea level. Established as a town in 1915, Kimba is located near the geographical centre of South Australia and lies within the Eyre Western region.

Kimba is perhaps best known for the Big Galah, a colourful six-metre fibreglass sculpture of a Major Mitchell Cockatoo that greets visitors on the edge of town and has become one of the region's most photographed roadside attractions. The town provides essential services including a school, hotel, supermarket, and medical facilities, making it a vital hub for surrounding farming communities. The open skies, wide plains, and the quiet pace of life on the Eyre Peninsula attract those seeking wide-open spaces and a genuine taste of regional South Australia.

Kimba falls under postcode 5641 and is governed by the Kimba Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Flinders electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5641
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Kimba
Federal Electorate
Grey
State Electorate
Flinders
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-33.10°, 136.32°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
18.23 km²
Population Density
33 /km²
Elevation
0m

📣 Ad

💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5641

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5641 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$58,121
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$76,091

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5641; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Stateliner Coach — Adelaide (Central Bus Station) Approximately 4-5 hours

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
282 km
By Train
No direct train service; Stateliner coach is the main public transport option
By Car (Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 30 min
By Car (Off-Peak)
3 hr - 3 hr 15 min

🛣️ Lincoln Highway and Eyre Highway are the main routes; Port Augusta is the nearest regional hub at ~170km east

Walkability Car-Dependent

The compact town centre has basic services within walking distance, but most needs beyond town require a car

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

  • 🏫
    Kimba Area School
    69 West Terrace
    GovernmentPrimary/Secondary CombinedCoedNon-Denominational

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
608
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

📣 Ad

Nearby Suburbs

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Kimba known for? +

Kimba is best known for the Big Galah, a six-metre fibreglass sculpture of a Major Mitchell Cockatoo that has become one of South Australia's most photographed roadside attractions. The town also sits near the geographical centre of South Australia and has a strong wheat and pastoral farming heritage.

How far is Kimba from Adelaide? +

Kimba is approximately 282 kilometres north-west of Adelaide, making it around a 3 to 3.5-hour drive via the Lincoln Highway through Port Augusta.

Does Kimba have public transport? +

Kimba is served by Stateliner coach services connecting it to Adelaide, though services are infrequent. There is no train service to the Eyre Peninsula. Residents primarily rely on private vehicles for travel.

What is the population of Kimba? +

According to the 2021 Census, Kimba has a population of 608 residents. As a service town for the surrounding farming region, the broader community it serves is considerably larger than its resident population.

Is Kimba a good place to live? +

Kimba suits those who value a quiet rural lifestyle with a genuine country community atmosphere. It offers essential services and affordable living, though the remoteness requires self-sufficiency and long drives for major shopping or specialist services.

What is the postcode for Kimba? +

The postcode for Kimba is 5641, covering the town and its surrounding rural locality on the Eyre Peninsula in South Australia.