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Cossack, Australia

Northern Territory · Australia

Cossack is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 1,671. Elevation: 430 ft (131 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,671 Population 13/sq mi density
430 ft Elevation 131 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
39.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
$36,403 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$36,403 median income, 4.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$140,800 home value, $704/mo rent

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About Cossack

Cossack is a suburb of the town of Katherine, Northern Territory, Australia. It is within the Katherine Town Council local government area. The area was officially defined as a suburb in April 2007, adopting the name from white émigré farmers who settled in the area.

People

Population1,671
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$36,403
Per Capita$36,403
Unemployment4.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,800
Rent$704
Ownership73.2%
Housing Units668

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Population1,671
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Coordinates-14.4555°, 132.1748°
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNorthern Territory
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Annual Precipitation39.9 inches (1,014 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$36,403
Median Age39.0 years

About Cossack

Cossack is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 1,671. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet (131 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 73°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.

Cossack has a population of 1,671 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 130.0 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,671
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
130.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cossack vs Australia Average

The median household income in Cossack is $36,403, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,403. The average weekly wage is $700, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 159 business establishments.

Income: Cossack vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$36,403
52% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$36,403
Avg Weekly Wage$700

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)159

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cossack is $140,800, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $704 (39% below the national average of $1,163). 73.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 668 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,800
50% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$704
39% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership73.2%
Owner-Occupied73.2%
Renter-Occupied26.8%
Housing Units668

Property Tax

Climate in Cossack

Cossack has an average annual temperature of 27.2°C (81°F). The hottest month is Nov (31.1°C), the coldest is Jul (21.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1123 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 29.2°C / 85°F 24.2° / 34.3° 311.1
Feb 29°C / 84°F 24.1° / 34° 233.0
Mar 28.7°C / 84°F 23.1° / 34.3° 164.7
Apr 27.4°C / 81°F 20.8° / 34.1° 38.3
May 24.5°C / 76°F 16.9° / 32.1° 2.5
Jun 22°C / 72°F 13.9° / 30.1° 0.5
Jul 21.8°C / 71°F 13.2° / 30.5° 0.1
Aug 23.4°C / 74°F 14.6° / 32.3° 1.3
Sep 27.9°C / 82°F 19.9° / 35.9° 3.6
Oct 30.7°C / 87°F 23.7° / 37.7° 31.9
Nov 31.1°C / 88°F 24.8° / 37.4° 97.8
Dec 30.4°C / 87°F 24.7° / 36° 237.8
Cossack has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 430 feet.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average81.3°F
51% above Australia avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation430 ft (131 m)
Area130.0 sq mi (336.7 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-14.4555°N, 132.1748°W
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.9"
5% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 9.76"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.5. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 18, 2006.

Jul 18, 2006 107 km NE of Katherine East, Australia M2.5 117 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Monica (2006).

Year Name Category Closest
2006 Monica Category 4 259 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 9.8 in Wettest
February 84°F (29°C) 9.4 in
March 83°F (29°C) 6.5 in
April 82°F (28°C) 1.5 in
May 78°F (26°C) 0.2 in
June 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in
July 73°F (23°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 76°F (24°C) 0.0 in Driest
September 82°F (28°C) 0.4 in
October 87°F (30°C) 0.9 in
November 88°F (31°C) 3.9 in Warmest
December 86°F (30°C) 7.1 in

Cossack has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 73°F in July to 88°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 39.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (9.8") and August the driest (0.0").

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Museums in Cossack

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Katherine Museum

Libraries in Cossack

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Katherine Library0.0

Airports Near Cossack

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Tindal AirportKTRMedium Airport
Bamyili AirportSmall Airport
Emungalan airstripSmall Airport
Katherine Gorge AirportSmall Airport
Katherine North AirstripSmall Airport
Manbulloo AirstripSmall Airport
Manyallaluk AirportSmall Airport
Pine Creek AirportSmall Airport
Venn airstripSmall Airport

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Meteorites
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Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Australia/Darwin

🇦🇺 About Australia

Capital Canberra
Population 24,992,369
Area 7,686,850 km²
GDP (USD) $1,734,451,264,656
GDP per capita $65,058
HDI 0.946
Life expectancy 83.1 years
Internet users 97.1%
Urban population 87.5%
Currency AUD (Dollar)
Languages English
Calling code +61
TLD .au
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Australia

25 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 26 Australia Day Australia Day
Mar 2 Labour Day Labour Day
Mar 9 Adelaide Cup Day Adelaide Cup Day
Mar 9 Canberra Day Canberra Day
Mar 9 Eight Hours Day Eight Hours Day
Mar 9 Labour Day Labour Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 4 Holy Saturday Easter Eve
Apr 5 Easter Sunday Easter Sunday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 25 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
May 4 Labour Day Labour Day
May 4 May Day May Day
Jun 1 Reconciliation Day Reconciliation Day
Jun 1 Western Australia Day Western Australia Day
Jun 8 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Aug 3 Picnic Day Picnic Day
Sep 28 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Oct 5 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 3 Melbourne Cup Melbourne Cup
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Cossack

What is the population of Cossack?

Cossack has a population of 1,671 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 130.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Cossack expensive to live in?

The median household income is $36,403, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,800 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $704 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Cossack?

Cossack has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.9 inches.

How is the job market in Cossack?

Cossack has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $700. There are 159 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cossack?

The median home value in Cossack is $140,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $704. The homeownership rate is 73.2%.

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