The size of Lightning Ridge is approximately 2,139.2 square kilometres. It has 1 park. The population of Lightning Ridge in 2011 was 2,491 people. By 2016 the population was 2,267 showing a population decline of 9.0% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Lightning Ridge is 50-59 years. Households in Lightning Ridge are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $600 - $799 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Lightning Ridge work in a community and personal service occupation. In 2011, 59.3% of the homes in Lightning Ridge were owner-occupied compared with 55.2% in 2016. Currently the median sales price of houses in the area is $90,000.