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Larrakeyah, Australia

Northern Territory · Australia

Larrakeyah is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 4,245. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
4,245 Population 14/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
71.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
$43,839 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$43,839 median income, 1.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$222,600 home value, $1,113/mo rent

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About Larrakeyah

Larrakeyah

Larrakeyah is an inner suburb of Darwin, the capital city of Australia's Northern Territory. It is the traditional country and waterways of the Larrakia people. It was one of the first parts of the city to be developed, and borders the Darwin Central Business District.

People

Population4,245
Median Age33.0 yrs
Density14/mi²

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,839
Per Capita$43,839
Unemployment1.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$222,600
Rent$1,113
Ownership33.1%
Housing Units1,698

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain71.9 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Population4,245
Population Density14 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates-12.4553°, 130.8317°
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$43,839
Median Age33.0 years

About Larrakeyah

Larrakeyah is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 4,245. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 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.

Larrakeyah has a population of 4,245 with a density of 14 people per square mile, spread across 311.0 square miles. The median age is 33.0 years, 15% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,245
Total Population
14
People / sq mi
33.0yrs
Median Age
15% below Australia avg
311.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Larrakeyah vs Australia Average

The median household income in Larrakeyah is $43,839, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,839 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $843, 41% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 403 business establishments.

Income: Larrakeyah vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$43,839
42% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$43,839
Avg Weekly Wage$843

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)403

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Larrakeyah is $222,600, 21% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,113 (4% below the national average of $1,163). 33.1% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,698 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$222,600
21% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,113
4% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership33.1%
Owner-Occupied33.1%
Renter-Occupied66.9%
Housing Units1,698

Property Tax

Climate in Larrakeyah

Larrakeyah 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
Larrakeyah 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 85 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

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area311.0 sq mi (805.4 km²)
Population Density14/sq mi
Coordinates-12.4553°N, 130.8317°W
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 71.9"
89% above Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 16.93"
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 44 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Hurricane History

6 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 1 281 km
2006 Monica Category 2 268 km
2005 Ingrid Category 4 121 km
1999 Thelma Category 4 178 km
1992 Neville Category 4 151 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 82°F (28°C) 16.9 in Wettest
February 82°F (28°C) 14.0 in
March 82°F (28°C) 12.6 in
April 82°F (28°C) 4.3 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) 0.2 in
September 82°F (28°C) 0.7 in
October 84°F (29°C) 3.1 in
November 85°F (29°C) 5.0 in Warmest
December 83°F (29°C) 10.2 in

Larrakeyah has a seasonal temperature swing of 8°F / from 77°F in June to 85°F in November. Total annual precipitation is 67.9 inches, with January being the wettest month (16.9") and July the driest (0.0").

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Schools in Larrakeyah

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Larrakeyah Primary School
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Radio Stations near Larrakeyah

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Radio DARWIN AAC 94 kbps

Museums in Larrakeyah

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 Larrakeyah

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 Larrakeyah

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

Hotels in Larrakeyah

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hilton Garden Inn Darwin
Mitchell Hotel

Restaurants in Larrakeyah

8 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boat House
Exotic North Indian Cuisine
Fin & Tonic
Golden Orchid
Nirvana
Seafood on Cullen
Yots Greek Taverna
Zhen's corner

Cafes in Larrakeyah

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe 21 Smith
Kopi Stop
The General

Gas Stations in Larrakeyah

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #3750362398
United

Golf Courses in Larrakeyah

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gardens Park Golf Links

Stadiums & Teams in Larrakeyah

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Larrakeyah

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Darwin International Airport / RAAF DarwinDRWLarge Airport
Bathurst Island AirportBRTMedium Airport
Batchelor AirportSmall Airport
Bulgul AirportSmall Airport
Channel Point AirportSmall Airport
Coomalie Creek AirfieldSmall Airport
Crab Claw Island Landing GroundSmall Airport
Delissaville AirportDLVSmall Airport
Dundee Beach AirportSmall Airport
Emkaytee (Unlic) AirportSmall Airport
Finniss River Landing GroundSmall Airport
Gerald Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
La Belle Downs AirstripSmall Airport
Lachlan E Purkis Memoral AirfieldSmall Airport
Middle Point Research Station AirstripSmall Airport
Palmer AirportSmall Airport
Pickertaramoor AirstripSmall Airport
Sandford AirstripSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Larrakeyah

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Territory Hands

Churches & Religious Organizations in Larrakeyah

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
YMCA

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UFO Sightings
5
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Shipwrecks
2
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Larrakeyah

What is the population of Larrakeyah?

Larrakeyah has a population of 4,245 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 14 people per square mile, spread across 311.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 33.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Larrakeyah expensive to live in?

The median household income is $43,839, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $222,600 (21% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,113 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Larrakeyah?

Larrakeyah 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 Larrakeyah?

The job market in Larrakeyah is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.8% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $843. There are 403 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Larrakeyah?

The median home value in Larrakeyah is $222,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,113. The homeownership rate is 33.1%.

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