Average rent in Mount Barker, SA — 2026

Mount Barker is one of the more expensive parts of South Australia to rent in — the typical renter pays $350/week, around 24% above the state median of $283/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 69% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (92%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 28km from Adelaide, with a population of around 22,113 and a median age of 37. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.