The size of Dutton is approximately 74.4 square kilometres. The population of Dutton in 2011 was 637 people. By 2016 the population was 117 showing a population decline of 81.6% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Dutton is 50-59 years. Households in Dutton are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $800 - $999 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Dutton work in a trades occupation. In 2011, 83.8% of the homes in Dutton were owner-occupied compared with 89.2% in 2016.