Tarcowie
SA 5431 • South Australia
About Tarcowie
Tarcowie is a small rural locality situated in the mid-north of South Australia, approximately 303 kilometres from Adelaide CBD. The locality covers an area of 104 square kilometres and recorded a small permanent population of 41 residents in the 2021 Census. The surrounding landscape is typical of mid-north South Australia country, characterised by broad agricultural land and sparse settlement patterns common to this part of South Australia.
Tarcowie is a quiet, rural locality where residents generally rely on private vehicles for daily needs, with the nearest towns providing access to essential services including groceries, medical facilities, and schools. The community is small and tightly-knit, reflecting the self-sufficient nature of rural life in this part of South Australia. Outdoor activities such as farming, bushwalking, and exploring the natural landscapes of the region are part of everyday life for those who call Tarcowie home.
Tarcowie falls under postcode 5431 and is governed by the Northern Areas Council (Local Government Area). For federal elections, residents vote in the electorate of Grey, while state elections fall under the Stuart electorate.
Location
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Income
ATO taxable income Postcode 5431
Median taxable income for individual taxpayers in postcode 5431 for the 2023–24 financial year (2019–20 data not published for this postcode).
Source: ATO Taxation Statistics 2023–24, Individuals Table 8 (median & average taxable income by postcode). Covers all individuals who lodged a return in postcode 5431; postcodes with fewer than 200 lodgments are suppressed by the ATO.
Transport & Commute
Bus Services
- No scheduled bus services — N/A N/A
Commute to Adelaide CBD
🛣️ Tarcowie is a remote rural locality; private vehicle is the primary mode of transport
Tarcowie has no walkable amenities; a private vehicle is essential for all daily needs
Supermarkets Nearby
No major supermarkets listed for this suburb.
Schools
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West Terrace