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Farrar, Australia

Northern Territory · Australia

Farrar is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 1,502. Elevation: 98 ft (30 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,502 Population 74/sq mi density
98 ft Elevation 30 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
71.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
$39,614 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$39,614 median income, 3.1% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.0 / 5.0
$256,400 home value, $1,282/mo rent

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About Farrar

Farrar

Farrar is an outer eastern suburb of Palmerston. It is 21 km SE of the Darwin CBD. Its Local Government Area is the City of Palmerston. Farrar is bounded to the north and east by the Stuart Highway, to the west Roystonea Avenue. Farrar was originally part of Gunn when Palmerston was divided into suburbs in 1984. It is on the traditional Country and waterways of the Larrakia people.

People

Population1,502
Median Age32.0 yrs
Density74/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$39,614
Per Capita$39,614
Unemployment3.1%

Housing

B
Home Value$256,400
Rent$1,282
Ownership56.9%
Housing Units601

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain71.9 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Population1,502
Population Density74 / sq mi
Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Coordinates-12.4803°, 130.9982°
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNorthern Territory
Average Temperature81°F (27°C)
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation71.9 inches (1,826 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$39,614
Median Age32.0 years

About Farrar

Farrar is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 1,502. The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet (30 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 81°F (27°C). Temperatures range from 82°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 71.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.

Farrar has a population of 1,502 with a density of 74 people per square mile, spread across 20.4 square miles. The median age is 32.0 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,502
Total Population
74
People / sq mi
32.0yrs
Median Age
18% below Australia avg
20.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Farrar vs Australia Average

The median household income in Farrar is $39,614, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $39,614. The average weekly wage is $762, 47% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 143 business establishments.

Income: Farrar vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$39,614
47% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$39,614
Avg Weekly Wage$762

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)143

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Farrar is $256,400, 9% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,282 (10% above the national average of $1,163). 56.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 601 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,400
9% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,282
10% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership56.9%
Owner-Occupied56.9%
Renter-Occupied43.1%
Housing Units601

Property Tax

Climate in Farrar

Farrar has an average annual temperature of 27.9°C (82°F). The hottest month is Nov (29.6°C), the coldest is Jul (25.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1845 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 28.6°C / 83°F 25.1° / 32° 470.0
Feb 28.4°C / 83°F 25.1° / 31.7° 412.9
Mar 28.6°C / 83°F 24.9° / 32.3° 317.7
Apr 28.6°C / 83°F 24.2° / 33° 106.3
May 27.3°C / 81°F 22.3° / 32.3° 21.2
Jun 25.6°C / 78°F 20° / 31.1° 2.1
Jul 25.2°C / 77°F 19.3° / 31.1° 1.0
Aug 25.8°C / 78°F 19.8° / 31.9° 0.8
Sep 28°C / 82°F 22.9° / 33.1° 14.4
Oct 29.3°C / 85°F 24.8° / 33.8° 70.3
Nov 29.6°C / 85°F 25.4° / 33.7° 145.3
Dec 29.2°C / 85°F 25.5° / 33° 282.9
Farrar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winters average 82°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 336 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 71.9 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 98 feet.

Temperature

82°F Jan (28°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average81.3°F
51% above Australia avg
January Average82°F (28°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days336 days/yr

Geography

Elevation98 ft (30 m)
Area20.4 sq mi (52.9 km²)
Population Density74/sq mi
Coordinates-12.4803°N, 130.9982°W
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.9"
89% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 18.39"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.9. Most recent: M3.9 on Nov 12, 1999.

Nov 12, 1999 36 km S of Bellamack, Australia M3.9 41 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

7 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Fina (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Fina Category 3 58 km
2018 Marcus Category 1 295 km
2006 Monica Category 4 250 km
2005 Ingrid Category 4 133 km
2004 Debbie Category 1 293 km
1999 Thelma Category 4 193 km
1992 Neville Category 4 160 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 18.4 in Wettest
February 82°F (28°C) 12.9 in
March 82°F (28°C) 13.8 in
April 83°F (28°C) 3.9 in
May 80°F (27°C) 0.8 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in Coldest
July 78°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
August 78°F (26°C) 0.3 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.6 in
October 84°F (29°C) 3.0 in
November 85°F (29°C) 5.2 in Warmest
December 84°F (29°C) 10.8 in

Farrar has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in June to 85°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 69.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (18.4") and July the driest (0.0").

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Radio Stations near Farrar

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Radio DARWIN - AAC 94 kbps

Museums in Farrar

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
1934 Qantas Hangar
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre
Bombing of Darwin Harbour
Darwin Military Museum
Fannie Bay Gaol
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
Royal Flying Doctor Service
Tunnels
WWII Display

Libraries in Farrar

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Casuarina Public Library0.0
City of Palmerston Public Library0.0
Darwin Public Library0.0
Karama Library0.0
Marrara Toy Library0.0
Nightcliff Library0.0
Wagait Beach Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Farrar

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
McMillans Road Vendor Area
Mindil Beach Sunset Market
Palmerston Markets
Parap Market
Rapid Creek Market

Clinics in Farrar

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Palmerston Super Clinic

Gas Stations in Farrar

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Caltex

Stadiums & Teams in Farrar

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Farrar

16 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Darwin International Airport / RAAF DarwinDRWLarge Airport
Bathurst Island AirportBRTMedium Airport
Batchelor Airport-Small Airport
Coomalie Creek Airfield-Small Airport
Crab Claw Island Landing Ground-Small Airport
Delissaville AirportDLVSmall Airport
Dundee Beach Airport-Small Airport
Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport-Small Airport
Finniss River Landing Ground-Small Airport
Gerald Farm Airfield-Small Airport
La Belle Downs Airstrip-Small Airport
Lachlan E Purkis Memoral Airfield-Small Airport
Middle Point Research Station Airstrip-Small Airport
Palmer Airport-Small Airport
Pickertaramoor Airstrip-Small Airport
Sandford Airstrip-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Farrar

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Territory Hands

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 Farrar

What is the population of Farrar?

Farrar has a population of 1,502 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 74 people per square mile, spread across 20.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Farrar expensive to live in?

The median household income is $39,614, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $256,400 (9% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,282 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Farrar?

Farrar has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 81°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 82°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 336 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 71.9 inches.

How is the job market in Farrar?

Farrar has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $762. There are 143 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Farrar?

The median home value in Farrar is $256,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,282. The homeownership rate is 56.9%.

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