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Rowan

NSW 2650 • New South Wales

105
Population (2021)
N/A
Median Personal Income
30.59 km²
Area
N/A
Median Rent
RuralAffordable
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About Rowan

Rowan is a small rural locality in the Riverina region of New South Wales, situated approximately 15 kilometres north-east of Wagga Wagga at coordinates 35°S, 147°E. Covering around 30 square kilometres of flat to gently undulating agricultural land, the locality sits within the broader Wagga Wagga Local Government Area and is characterised by dryland cropping, sheep farming, and open pastoral landscapes typical of the Murrumbidgee River catchment.

With a population of approximately 105 residents, Rowan is a quiet farming community where residents enjoy a peaceful rural lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of Wagga Wagga's comprehensive services and amenities. The city of Wagga Wagga — the largest inland city in NSW — offers schools, hospitals, Riverina TAFE, and Charles Sturt University, as well as a thriving café and dining scene. The surrounding Riverina countryside provides excellent opportunities for cycling, fishing, and exploring the broader agricultural heartland of southern New South Wales.

Rowan falls under postcode 2650 and is governed by the Wagga Wagga 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
Wagga Wagga
Federal Electorate
Riverina
State Electorate
Wagga Wagga
Type
Locality
Timezone
Sydney (UTC+10)
Coordinates
-35.07°, 147.38°
Statistical Area
N/A
Area
30.59 km²
Population Density
3 /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 Station
16 km
Not walkable

Commute to Sydney CBD

Distance
455 km
By Train
Approx. 5-6 hr from Wagga Wagga Station (NSW TrainLink)
By Car (Peak)
5 hr - 5 hr 30 min via Hume Highway
By Car (Off-Peak)
4 hr 30 min - 5 hr

🛣️ Most residents work in Wagga Wagga (~16km); car required for local travel

Walkability Car-Dependent

Scattered rural locality; no footpaths or local services; vehicle needed for all errands

🛒 Supermarkets Nearby

No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.

🎓 Schools

👥 Demographics

Census 2016
0
Census 2021
105
▲ 0% growth

Population Growth

Gender Distribution (Census 2021)

📊 Population: ABS Census 2021

🚔 Crime Statistics LGA-wide

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

Break & enter (dwelling)
533.7 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 7.1%
Motor vehicle theft
239.3 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Non-DV assault
645.4 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Stable
Robbery (unarmed)
10.2 / 100k
2yr — 10yr —
Steal from vehicle
559.8 / 100k
2yr Stable 10yr Down 6.2%
View all 62 offence types for Wagga Wagga →

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Rowan NSW located? +

Rowan is a small rural locality approximately 15 kilometres north-east of Wagga Wagga in the Riverina region of New South Wales.

What postcode is Rowan NSW? +

Rowan NSW uses postcode 2650, shared with the Wagga Wagga area.

What is the population of Rowan NSW? +

Rowan has a population of approximately 105 residents according to the 2021 Census.

How far is Rowan from Wagga Wagga? +

Rowan is roughly 15 kilometres north-east of the Wagga Wagga city centre, about a 15–20 minute drive along local country roads.

Is Rowan a safe area? +

Crime statistics are recorded at the Local Government Area level. Rowan is part of the Wagga Wagga 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.

What is the population of Rowan? +

Rowan had a population of 105 at the 2021 Census.