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Nakara, Australia

Northern Territory · Australia

Nakara is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 2,009. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,009 Population 4,367/sq mi density
69 ft Elevation 21 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
71.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
$33,631 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$33,631 median income, 4.9% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$236,600 home value, $1,183/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population2,009
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density4,367/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$33,631
Per Capita$33,631
Unemployment4.9%

Housing

C+
Home Value$236,600
Rent$1,183
Ownership63.9%
Housing Units804

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain71.9 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Population2,009
Population Density4,367 / sq mi
Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Coordinates-12.3705°, 130.8773°
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$33,631
Median Age36.0 years

About Nakara

Nakara is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 2,009. The city sits at an elevation of 69 feet (21 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.

Nakara has a population of 2,009 with a density of 4,367 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,009
Total Population
4,367
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below Australia avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Nakara vs Australia Average

The median household income in Nakara is $33,631, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,631 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $647, 55% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 191 business establishments.

Income: Nakara vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$33,631
55% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$33,631
Avg Weekly Wage$647

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)191

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Nakara is $236,600, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,183 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 63.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 804 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,600
16% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,183
2% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.9%
Owner-Occupied63.9%
Renter-Occupied36.1%
Housing Units804

Property Tax

Climate in Nakara

Nakara 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
Nakara 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 69 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

Elevation69 ft (21 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density4,367/sq mi
Coordinates-12.3705°N, 130.8773°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 53 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 42 km
2018 Marcus Category 1 291 km
2006 Monica Category 2 263 km
2005 Ingrid Category 4 115 km
1999 Thelma Category 4 175 km
1992 Neville Category 4 145 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

Nakara 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 Nakara

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Dripstone Secondary College - - - -
Nakara Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Nakara

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Radio DARWIN - AAC 94 kbps

Museums in Nakara

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 Nakara

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 Nakara

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

Restaurants in Nakara

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Indian Curry Paradise

Cafes in Nakara

5 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Gloria Jean's
Gong Cha
Mardy's Cafe
Pinnacle Cafe
The Coffee Club

Banks in Nakara

5 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Commonwealth Bank
NAB
People's Choice Credit Union
Traditional Credit Union (TCU) Casuarina

Shopping Malls in Nakara

3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Casuarina Square
Casuarina Square
Nakara Shopping Center

Stadiums & Teams in Nakara

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Nakara

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Darwin International Airport / RAAF DarwinDRWLarge Airport
Bathurst Island AirportBRTMedium Airport
Batchelor Airport-Small Airport
Bulgul 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 Nakara

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Casuarina Post Office

Treatment Centers in Nakara

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 Nakara

What is the population of Nakara?

Nakara has a population of 2,009 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 4,367 people per square mile, spread across 0.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Nakara expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,631, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,600 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,183 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Nakara?

Nakara 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 Nakara?

Nakara has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.9%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $647. There are 191 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Nakara?

The median home value in Nakara is $236,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,183. The homeownership rate is 63.9%.

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