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Parap, Australia

Northern Territory · Australia

Parap is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 2,925. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 81°F (27°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
2,925 Population 9/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
81°F Avg Temperature 27°C
71.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
$43,298 Median Income
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$43,298 median income, 4.2% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$233,800 home value, $1,169/mo rent

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About Parap

Parap

Parap is an inner suburb of the city of Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. It is the traditional country and waterways of the Larrakia people.

People

Population2,925
Median Age36.0 yrs
Density9/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$43,298
Per Capita$43,298
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

B+
Home Value$233,800
Rent$1,169
Ownership37.0%
Housing Units1,170

Climate

Avg Temp81°F (27°C)
Rain71.9 in/yr
Sunny Days336/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Population2,925
Population Density9 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates-12.4305°, 130.8414°
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$43,298
Median Age36.0 years

About Parap

Parap is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 2,925. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 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.

Parap has a population of 2,925 with a density of 9 people per square mile, spread across 311.0 square miles. The median age is 36.0 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,925
Total Population
9
People / sq mi
36.0yrs
Median Age
7% below Australia avg
311.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Parap vs Australia Average

The median household income in Parap is $43,298, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,298 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $833, 42% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 278 business establishments.

Income: Parap vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$43,298
42% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$43,298
Avg Weekly Wage$833

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)278

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Parap is $233,800, 17% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,169 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 37.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,170 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$233,800
17% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,169
1% above Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership37.0%
Owner-Occupied37.0%
Renter-Occupied63.0%
Housing Units1,170

Property Tax

Climate in Parap

Parap 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
Parap 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 79 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

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area311.0 sq mi (805.4 km²)
Population Density9/sq mi
Coordinates-12.4305°N, 130.8414°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 47 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 45 km
2018 Marcus Category 1 284 km
2006 Monica Category 2 267 km
2005 Ingrid Category 4 119 km
1999 Thelma Category 4 177 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

Parap 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 Parap

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Darwin Middle School - - - -
Parap Primary - - - -
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Radio Stations near Parap

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ABC Radio DARWIN - AAC 94 kbps

Museums in Parap

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 Parap

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 Parap

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

Hotels in Parap

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Hudson Parap

Restaurants in Parap

3 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Crust
Happy Garden
Saffrron

Cafes in Parap

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Laneway specialty coffee
Mad About Coffee
Saltwater @ Bundilla

Monuments in Parap

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Cyclone Tracy Commemoration Monument

Dentists in Parap

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Top End Orthodontics

Shopping Malls in Parap

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Parap Village

Stadiums & Teams in Parap

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Parap

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Darwin International Airport / RAAF DarwinDRWLarge Airport
Bathurst Island AirportBRTMedium Airport
Batchelor Airport-Small Airport
Bulgul Airport-Small Airport
Channel Point 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 Parap

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Australia Post Parap

Treatment Centers in Parap

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 Parap

What is the population of Parap?

Parap has a population of 2,925 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 311.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Parap expensive to live in?

The median household income is $43,298, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $233,800 (17% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,169 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Parap?

Parap 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 Parap?

Parap has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $833. There are 278 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Parap?

The median home value in Parap is $233,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,169. The homeownership rate is 37.0%.

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