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Gillen, Australia

Northern Territory · Australia

Gillen is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 4,201. Elevation: 1,893 ft (577 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

3.2 /5.0
B Good
4,201 Population 4,331/sq mi density
1,893 ft Elevation 577 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
15.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
$37,281 Median Income
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$37,281 median income, 3.7% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.3 / 5.0
$225,400 home value, $1,127/mo rent

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About Gillen

Gillen is a suburb of the town of Alice Springs in the Northern Territory, Australia. It is on the traditional Country of the Arrernte people.

People

Population4,201
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density4,331/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$37,281
Per Capita$37,281
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

B
Home Value$225,400
Rent$1,127
Ownership57.9%
Housing Units1,680

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation1,893 ft (577 m)
Population4,201
Population Density4,331 / sq mi
Elevation1,893 ft (577 m)
Coordinates-23.7092°, 133.8660°
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNorthern Territory
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation15.7 inches (398 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$37,281
Median Age33.0 years

About Gillen

Gillen is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 4,201. The city sits at an elevation of 1,893 feet (577 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.

Gillen has a population of 4,201 with a density of 4,331 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,201
Total Population
4,331
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Gillen vs Australia Average

The median household income in Gillen is $37,281, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,281. The average weekly wage is $717, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 399 business establishments.

Income: Gillen vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$37,281
50% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$37,281
Avg Weekly Wage$717

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)399

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Gillen is $225,400, 20% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,127 (3% below the national average of $1,163). 57.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,680 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,400
20% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,127
3% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership57.9%
Owner-Occupied57.9%
Renter-Occupied42.1%
Housing Units1,680

Property Tax

Climate in Gillen

Gillen has an average annual temperature of 21.5°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (29.7°C), the coldest is Jul (12.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 269 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 29.7°C / 85°F 22.3° / 37.1° 48.8
Feb 28.4°C / 83°F 21.1° / 35.8° 41.5
Mar 25.6°C / 78°F 17.9° / 33.4° 19.4
Apr 21.1°C / 70°F 12.9° / 29.3° 20.4
May 15.8°C / 60°F 8° / 23.6° 16.2
Jun 12.4°C / 54°F 4.7° / 20.1° 10.1
Jul 12.3°C / 54°F 3.9° / 20.7° 12.6
Aug 14.6°C / 58°F 5.7° / 23.5° 3.7
Sep 20°C / 68°F 11.2° / 28.8° 5.9
Oct 23.4°C / 74°F 14.9° / 32° 19.0
Nov 26.4°C / 80°F 18.3° / 34.4° 32.9
Dec 28.2°C / 83°F 20.7° / 35.7° 38.3
Gillen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 15.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,893 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above Australia avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,893 ft (577 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density4,331/sq mi
Coordinates-23.7092°N, 133.8660°W
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.7"
59% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 1.89"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Jun 16, 1998.

Jun 16, 1998 61 km E of Ross, Australia M3.6 65 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in
February 83°F (28°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 1.7 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
July 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 58°F (15°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
October 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
November 79°F (26°C) 1.2 in
December 82°F (28°C) 1.6 in

Gillen has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 54°F in July to 83°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 12.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.9") and August the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Gillen

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Centralian Middle School
Gillen Primary School
Bradshaw Primary School
St Joseph’s Flexible Learning Centre
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Museums in Gillen

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Central Australian Aviation Museum
Museum of Central Australia
Museum of Central Australia
Museum of Central Australia
Museum of Central Australia & Strehlow Research Center
National Road Transport Hall of Fame
Old Ghan Museum
Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility
RSL Club and War Museum
The Old Courthouse

Libraries in Gillen

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alice Springs Library0.0

Cafes in Gillen

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Watertank Café

Clinics in Gillen

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alice Springs Community Health

Gas Stations in Gillen

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shell

Stadiums & Teams in Gillen

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Gillen

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alice Springs AirportASPMedium Airport
Allambie AirportSmall Airport
Amburla AirportSmall Airport
Bond Springs AirportSmall Airport
Deep Well AirportSmall Airport
Gemtree Caravan Park AirstripSmall Airport
Hamilton Downs AirstripSmall Airport
Hugh River AirportSmall Airport
Orange Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Ross River AirportSmall Airport
Santa Teresa AirportSmall Airport
The Garden AirportSmall Airport

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 Gillen

What is the population of Gillen?

Gillen has a population of 4,201 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4,331 people per square mile, spread across 1.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Gillen expensive to live in?

The median household income is $37,281, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $225,400 (20% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,127 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Gillen?

Gillen has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches.

How is the job market in Gillen?

Gillen has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $717. There are 399 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Gillen?

The median home value in Gillen is $225,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,127. The homeownership rate is 57.9%.

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