The size of Emita is approximately 42.6 square kilometres. It has 14 parks covering nearly 41.8% of total area. The population of Emita in 2011 was 447 people. By 2016 the population was 56 showing a population decline of 87.5% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Emita is 0-9 years. Households in Emita are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $800 - $999 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Emita work in a professional occupation. In 2011, 71.5% of the homes in Emita were owner-occupied compared with 65.5% in 2016.