The use of e-cigarettes varies according to the socioeconomic status of an area. Generally, people living in more advantaged areas are more likely to currently vape, while people living in disadvantaged areas are less likely. This is the opposite pattern to that seen for tobacco cigarettes.

In addition, the prevalence of vaping varies according to “remoteness”. In 2022-23, a significantly higher proportion of Australians who lived in major cities vaped, compared with those living in regional or remote areas (8% vs 5%, respectively).