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Jabiru, Australia

Northern Territory · Australia

Jabiru is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 1,540. Elevation: 95 ft (29 m). Average temperature: 82°F (28°C).

4.3 /5.0
A Great
1,540 Population 1/sq mi density
95 ft Elevation 29 meters
82°F Avg Temperature 28°C
58.2 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
$42,858 Median Income
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$42,858 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$36,600 home value, $183/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,540
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$42,858
Per Capita$42,858
Unemployment2.4%

Housing

A+
Home Value$36,600
Rent$183
Ownership7.7%
Housing Units616

Climate

Avg Temp82°F (28°C)
Rain58.2 in/yr
Sunny Days233/yr
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Population1,540
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Coordinates-12.6705°, 132.8360°
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNorthern Territory
Average Temperature82°F (28°C)
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Annual Precipitation58.2 inches (1,477 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$42,858
Median Age34.0 years

About Jabiru

Jabiru is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 1,540. The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet (29 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 82°F (28°C). Temperatures range from 84°F in January to 76°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.2 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.

Jabiru has a population of 1,540 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,216.8 square miles. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,540
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below Australia avg
1,216.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Jabiru vs Australia Average

The median household income in Jabiru is $42,858, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $42,858. The average weekly wage is $824, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 146 business establishments.

Income: Jabiru vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$42,858
43% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$42,858
Avg Weekly Wage$824

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)146

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Jabiru is $36,600, 87% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $183 (84% below the national average of $1,163). 7.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 616 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$36,600
87% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$183
84% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership7.7%
Owner-Occupied7.7%
Renter-Occupied92.3%
Housing Units616

Property Tax

Climate in Jabiru

Jabiru has an average annual temperature of 28.8°C (84°F). The hottest month is Nov (31.3°C), the coldest is Jul (25.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 1687 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 29.4°C / 85°F 24.9° / 33.8° 359.3
Feb 29.2°C / 85°F 24.7° / 33.6° 418.3
Mar 29.5°C / 85°F 24.7° / 34.3° 336.6
Apr 29.5°C / 85°F 24° / 35° 106.6
May 28°C / 82°F 22.3° / 33.6° 28.1
Jun 26.2°C / 79°F 20.2° / 32.1° 0.9
Jul 25.8°C / 78°F 19.1° / 32.4° 5.0
Aug 26.4°C / 80°F 19° / 33.9° 2.2
Sep 29°C / 84°F 21.5° / 36.6° 18.6
Oct 31°C / 88°F 24.1° / 37.8° 54.6
Nov 31.3°C / 88°F 25.1° / 37.5° 122.0
Dec 30.4°C / 87°F 25.3° / 35.6° 234.9
Jabiru has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winters average 84°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 233 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 58.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 95 feet.

Temperature

84°F Jan (29°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average81.8°F
51% above Australia avg
January Average84°F (29°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days233 days/yr

Geography

Elevation95 ft (29 m)
Area1,216.8 sq mi (3,151.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-12.6705°N, 132.8360°W
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 58.2"
53% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 13.35"
Driest Month (Jun) 0.04"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.6. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 18, 2006.

Dec 18, 1993 46 km WNW of Maningrida, Australia M4.6 141 km
Jul 18, 2006 107 km NE of Katherine East, Australia M2.5 140 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

9 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 5. Most recent: Fina (2026).

Year Name Category Closest
2026 Fina Category 2 156 km
2026 Narelle Category 1 246 km
2015 Lam Category 3 237 km
2015 Nathan Category 1 214 km
2006 Monica Category 5 59 km
2005 Ingrid Category 4 161 km
2004 Debbie Category 1 128 km
1992 Neville Category 1 273 km
1987 Jason Category 1 289 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 84°F (29°C) 13.4 in Wettest
February 83°F (28°C) 13.4 in
March 83°F (28°C) 12.0 in
April 83°F (28°C) 2.7 in
May 81°F (27°C) 0.6 in
June 77°F (25°C) 0.0 in Driest
July 76°F (25°C) 0.1 in Coldest
August 77°F (25°C) 0.1 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.3 in
October 85°F (29°C) 1.5 in
November 86°F (30°C) 5.6 in Warmest
December 85°F (30°C) 8.6 in

Jabiru has a seasonal temperature swing of 10°F / from 76°F in July to 86°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 58.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (13.4") and June the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Jabiru

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Jabiru Area School
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Radio Stations near Jabiru

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Jabiru

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Jabiru Library0.0

Hotels in Jabiru

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gagudju Crocodile

Restaurants in Jabiru

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ERA Ranger Mess
Poolside Bar & Bistro

Gas Stations in Jabiru

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puma

Gyms in Jabiru

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gym

Golf Courses in Jabiru

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Jabiru Golf Course

Airports Near Jabiru

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Cannon Hill Community AirportSmall Airport
Cooinda AirportCDASmall Airport
Jabiru AirportJABSmall Airport
Mount Borradale AirportSmall Airport
Nabarlek AirportSmall Airport
Oenpelli AirportOPISmall Airport

Post Offices in Jabiru

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Jabiru LPO Post Office

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Jabiru

1 UNESCO sites.

SiteCategoryYear
Kakadu National ParkMixed1981

Churches & Religious Organizations in Jabiru

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Peters Catholic Church

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

UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Jabiru

Kakadu National Park
Mixed · inscribed 1981
This unique archaeological and ethnological reserve, located in the Northern Territory, has been inhabited continuously for more than 40,000 years. The cave paintings, rock carvings and archaeological sites record the skills and way of life of the region’s inh...

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 Jabiru

What is the population of Jabiru?

Jabiru has a population of 1,540 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,216.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Jabiru expensive to live in?

The median household income is $42,858, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $36,600 (87% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $183 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Jabiru?

Jabiru has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 82°F (28°C). Winter temperatures average 84°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 233 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.2 inches.

How is the job market in Jabiru?

The job market in Jabiru is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $824. There are 146 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Jabiru?

The median home value in Jabiru is $36,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $183. The homeownership rate is 7.7%.

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