The size of Glenorchy is approximately 10.4 square kilometres. It has 22 parks covering nearly 12.7% of total area. The population of Glenorchy in 2011 was 10,533 people. By 2016 the population was 10,833 showing a population growth of 2.8% in the area during that time. The predominant age group in Glenorchy is 20-29 years. Households in Glenorchy are primarily childless couples and are likely to be repaying $1000 - $1399 per month on mortgage repayments. In general, people in Glenorchy work in a community and personal service occupation. In 2011, 57.7% of the homes in Glenorchy were owner-occupied compared with 54.6% in 2016. Currently the median sales price of houses in the area is $555,000.