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Karama, Australia

Northern Territory · Australia

Karama is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 4,894. Elevation: 115 ft (35 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
4,894 Population 6,042/sq mi density
115 ft Elevation 35 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
71.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
$28,324 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$28,324 median income, 7.0% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$165,000 home value, $825/mo rent

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About Karama

Karama

Karama is a northern suburb of Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. It is located on the traditional Country and waterways of the Larrakia people.

People

Population4,894
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density6,042/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$28,324
Per Capita$28,324
Unemployment7.0%

Housing

B
Home Value$165,000
Rent$825
Ownership61.1%
Housing Units1,958

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain71.9 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Population4,894
Population Density6,042 / sq mi
Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Coordinates-12.4022°, 130.9160°
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$28,324
Median Age35.0 years

About Karama

Karama is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 4,894. The city sits at an elevation of 115 feet (35 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.

Karama has a population of 4,894 with a density of 6,042 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,894
Total Population
6,042
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below Australia avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Karama vs Australia Average

The median household income in Karama is $28,324, which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,324 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $545, 62% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 465 business establishments.

Income: Karama vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$28,324
62% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$28,324
Avg Weekly Wage$545

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)465

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Karama is $165,000, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $825 (29% below the national average of $1,163). 61.1% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,958 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$165,000
41% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$825
29% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.1%
Owner-Occupied61.1%
Renter-Occupied38.9%
Housing Units1,958

Property Tax

Climate in Karama

Karama 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
Karama 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 115 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

Elevation115 ft (35 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density6,042/sq mi
Coordinates-12.4022°N, 130.9160°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 49 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 47 km
2018 Marcus Category 1 292 km
2006 Monica Category 2 259 km
2005 Ingrid Category 4 121 km
2004 Debbie Category 1 299 km
1999 Thelma Category 4 181 km
1992 Neville Category 4 149 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

Karama 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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Schools in Karama

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Manunda Terrace Primary - - - -
Karama Primary - - - -
Marrara Christian College - - - -
Milkwood Steiner School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Karama

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Radio DARWIN - AAC 94 kbps

Museums in Karama

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 Karama

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 Karama

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

Hotels in Karama

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

YiSSA Housing Stayover

Restaurants in Karama

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Jilvie's Bistro

Zoos in Karama

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crocodylus Park

Gas Stations in Karama

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

EG Australia

Shopping Malls in Karama

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Karama Plaza

Stadiums & Teams in Karama

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Karama

17 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
Port Hurd Airstrip-Small Airport
Sandford Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Karama

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Karama Post Office

Treatment Centers in Karama

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Territory Hands

Churches & Religious Organizations in Karama

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gurudwara Sahib Darwin ੴ
Multicultural Christian
Uniting 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

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 Karama

What is the population of Karama?

Karama has a population of 4,894 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 6,042 people per square mile, spread across 0.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Karama expensive to live in?

The median household income is $28,324, 62% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $165,000 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $825 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Karama?

Karama 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 Karama?

The unemployment rate in Karama is 7.0%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $545. There are 465 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Karama?

The median home value in Karama is $165,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $825. The homeownership rate is 61.1%.

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