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Pinnaroo

SA 5304 • South Australia

768
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
799.96 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAgriculturalRemoteAffordable
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About Pinnaroo

Pinnaroo is a rural town and locality in the Murray Mallee region of South Australia, situated approximately 243 kilometres east of Adelaide within the Southern Mallee District Council area. With a population of 768 people spread across a large locality of nearly 800 square kilometres, it serves as a service centre for the surrounding dryland farming district. The area is characterised by open agricultural landscapes and a classic South Australian country town atmosphere.

The local economy revolves around dryland cropping — primarily wheat and barley — along with sheep farming, typical of the Mallee region. Residents are served by essential local businesses including a supermarket, hotel, and community services. The nearby Ngarkat Conservation Park, one of the largest protected areas in South Australia, provides opportunities for bushwalking, camping, and wildlife spotting, making Pinnaroo a quiet but characterful outback community.

Pinnaroo falls under postcode 5304 and is governed by the Southern Mallee Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Barker, while state elections fall under the Mackillop electorate.

📍 Location

State
South Australia
Postcode
5304
Urban Area
N/A
LGA / Council
Southern Mallee
Federal Electorate
Barker
State Electorate
Mackillop
Type
Locality
Timezone
Adelaide (UTC+9:30)
Coordinates
-35.55°, 140.73°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
799.96 km²
Population Density
1 /km²
Elevation
0m

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💰 Income

ATO taxable income Postcode 5304

Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5304 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).

Median 2019–20
N/A
Median 2023–24
$52,995
Average taxable income (2023–24)
$68,550

Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5304; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.

🚌 Transport & Commute

Bus Services

  • Country coach services — Adelaide CBD approx. 3 hrs

Commute to Adelaide CBD

Distance
243 km
By Train
No direct train service
By Car (Peak)
2 hr 45 min – 3 hr
By Car (Off-Peak)
2 hr 30 min

🛣️ Pinnaroo is a remote rural town; a private vehicle is essential for daily travel

Walkability Almost All Errands Require a Car

The town centre is walkable for locals but most errands beyond the main street require a vehicle in this remote rural locality

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
768
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Pinnaroo known for? +

Pinnaroo is known as a service town for the Murray Mallee's dryland farming district, with wheat and barley cropping dominating the local economy. It also serves as a gateway to the Ngarkat Conservation Park, one of South Australia's largest protected wilderness areas.

How far is Pinnaroo from Adelaide? +

Pinnaroo is approximately 243 kilometres east of the Adelaide CBD, making it roughly a 2.5 to 3 hour drive via the Karoonda and Dukes highways.

Does Pinnaroo have public transport? +

Pinnaroo is served by occasional country coach services to Adelaide, but there is no rail service. A private vehicle is essential for most residents living and working in the area.

What is the population of Pinnaroo? +

According to the 2021 Census, Pinnaroo has a population of approximately 768 people, making it the main population centre in the Southern Mallee District.

Is Pinnaroo a good place to live? +

Pinnaroo suits those who value a quiet, close-knit rural lifestyle with affordable property. It offers a genuine outback community feel, though residents need to travel significant distances for specialist services and broader shopping.

What is the postcode for Pinnaroo? +

The postcode for Pinnaroo is 5304.