Average rent in Yankalilla, SA2026

Yankalilla sits in the Yankalilla local government area, 65km from the Adelaide CBD, with a population of around 6,498 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $270/week — below the South Australia state median of $283/week. 15% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
6,498

ABS 2021

Median age
56
Distance to Adelaide
65 km
Households renting
15%
Separate houses
93%
Flats / apartments
2%
Born overseas
17%
Top occupation
Managers
LGA
Yankalilla

Renting in Yankalilla

Yankalilla sits close to the South Australia median, with renters typically paying $270/week — within striking distance of the state-wide $283/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). The suburb is largely owner-occupied: 80% of households own outright or with a mortgage, and only 15% rent. Housing stock is dominated by separate houses (93%), giving the suburb a settled, family-oriented character that's reflected in the median age of 56 and a population of around 6,498. The most common occupation is Managers, and 17% of residents were born overseas. 65km from Adelaide, Yankalilla is the kind of mid-market suburb that usually sees stable rent trajectories rather than rapid spikes — though state rent indices since 2021 are worth checking against your reported figure above.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Yankalilla?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Yankalilla, SA was $270. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Yankalilla rent compare to South Australia?+
At the 2021 Census, South Australia's state median rent was $283 a week. Yankalilla sat at $270 — 5% below the state average. The suburb is 65km from Adelaide, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (93% separate houses, 2% flats here).
Which suburbs near Yankalilla have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Yankalilla's $270/week (ABS 2021): Strathalbyn Surrounds, Mallala, Hackham West - Huntfield Heights. On the higher end, you've got Port Adelaide, Salisbury North, Goolwa - Port Elliot. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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