Overall score
Cooma
57.3/100
Nimmitabel
33.6/100
Cooma vs Nimmitabel, NSW suburb comparison
Cooma for retirees and families.
See which suburb leads on livability, safety, schools, and lifestyle.
Head to head
Visual comparison
CoomaNimmitabel
Crime rate
Cooma
52.2 / 1k
Nimmitabel
48.0 / 1k
Nearby amenities
Cooma
47
Nimmitabel
32
Population
Cooma
6,715
Nimmitabel
324
Metric leadCooma 8Nimmitabel 3across 11 compared metrics
Livability profile
Desirability pillars scored 0–100 vs comparable suburbs
Quick verdicts
Clearer edge on lifestyle fit (score gap ≥ 3)
Audience fit
Who each suburb suits — composite scores out of 100
All metrics
Side-by-side scores for every compared metric.
Full comparison table
Exact figures for every metric — winner highlighted in bold.
| Category | Cooma | Nimmitabel |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 57.3/100 | 33.6/100 |
| Housing (desirability) | 63.7/100 | 38.9/100 |
| Crime rate | 52.2 / 1k | 48.0 / 1k |
| Schools & preschools | 2 | 1 |
| Parks & reserves | 17 | 2 |
| Public transport stops | 297 | 22 |
| Walkability | 32.0/100 | 36.0/100 |
| Nearby amenities | 47 | 32 |
| Planning activity | 34 | 1 |
| Population | 6,715 | 324 |
| SEIFA (IRSAD decile) | 4/10 | 2/10 |
Comparison summary
Put side by side, Cooma is a regional mid-sized suburb that feels self-contained without feeling remote, and Nimmitabel is a regional smaller community with local services and a more relaxed pace. Cooma sits more regionally self-contained, whereas Nimmitabel is further into the wider countryside.
Cooma tends to lead on housing affordability and schools and education options, while Nimmitabel stands out for a quieter safety profile and walkability. On housing, Cooma sits in a well priced band, compared with a affordable feel in Nimmitabel.
On balance, retirees and families are more likely to prefer Cooma, while Nimmitabel remains a solid alternative depending on what matters most day to day.