The size of Sofala is approximately 95.7 square kilometres. The population of Sofala in 2011 was 363 people. By 2016 the population was 118 showing a population decline of 67.5% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Sofala is 60-69 years. Households in Sofala are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying under $300 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Sofala work in a trades occupation. In 2011, 82.7% of the homes in Sofala were owner-occupied compared with 76.7% in 2016. Currently the median sales price of houses in the area is $357,500.