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Ross, Australia

Northern Territory · Australia

Ross is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 1,571. Elevation: 1,903 ft (580 m). Average temperature: 71°F (22°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,571 Population 27/sq mi density
1,903 ft Elevation 580 meters
71°F Avg Temperature 22°C
15.7 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
$37,248 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$37,248 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.1 / 5.0
$169,000 home value, $845/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,571
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density27/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$37,248
Per Capita$37,248
Unemployment1.7%

Housing

A
Home Value$169,000
Rent$845
Ownership58.4%
Housing Units628

Climate

Avg Temp71°F (22°C)
Rain15.7 in/yr
Sunny Days345/yr
Elevation1,903 ft (580 m)
Population1,571
Population Density27 / sq mi
Elevation1,903 ft (580 m)
Coordinates-23.7442°, 133.9036°
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNorthern Territory
Average Temperature71°F (22°C)
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation15.7 inches (398 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$37,248
Median Age39.0 years

About Ross

Ross is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 1,571. The city sits at an elevation of 1,903 feet (580 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 71°F (22°C). Temperatures range from 80°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.7 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.

Ross has a population of 1,571 with a density of 27 people per square mile, spread across 57.5 square miles. The median age is 39.0 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,571
Total Population
27
People / sq mi
39.0yrs
Median Age
0% below Australia avg
57.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Ross vs Australia Average

The median household income in Ross is $37,248, which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,248. The average weekly wage is $716, 50% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 149 business establishments.

Income: Ross vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$37,248
50% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$37,248
Avg Weekly Wage$716

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below Australia avg
Establishments (County)149

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Ross is $169,000, 40% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $845 (27% below the national average of $1,163). 58.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 628 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

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Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$169,000
40% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$845
27% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.4%
Owner-Occupied58.4%
Renter-Occupied41.6%
Housing Units628

Property Tax

Climate in Ross

Ross has an average annual temperature of 21.5°C (71°F). The hottest month is Jan (29.7°C), the coldest is Jul (12.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 269 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 29.7°C / 85°F 22.3° / 37.1° 48.8
Feb 28.4°C / 83°F 21.1° / 35.8° 41.5
Mar 25.6°C / 78°F 17.9° / 33.4° 19.4
Apr 21.1°C / 70°F 12.9° / 29.3° 20.4
May 15.8°C / 60°F 8° / 23.6° 16.2
Jun 12.4°C / 54°F 4.7° / 20.1° 10.1
Jul 12.3°C / 54°F 3.9° / 20.7° 12.6
Aug 14.6°C / 58°F 5.7° / 23.5° 3.7
Sep 20°C / 68°F 11.2° / 28.8° 5.9
Oct 23.4°C / 74°F 14.9° / 32° 19.0
Nov 26.4°C / 80°F 18.3° / 34.4° 32.9
Dec 28.2°C / 83°F 20.7° / 35.7° 38.3
Ross has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winters average 80°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 345 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 15.7 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,903 feet.

Temperature

80°F Jan (27°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average70.7°F
31% above Australia avg
January Average80°F (27°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days345 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,903 ft (580 m)
Area57.5 sq mi (149.0 km²)
Population Density27/sq mi
Coordinates-23.7442°N, 133.9036°W
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.7"
59% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 1.89"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.35"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M3.6 on Jun 16, 1998.

Jun 16, 1998 61 km E of Ross, Australia M3.6 61 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 80°F (27°C) 1.7 in
February 83°F (28°C) 1.9 in Warmest, Wettest
March 78°F (26°C) 1.7 in
April 70°F (21°C) 0.9 in
May 61°F (16°C) 0.8 in
June 55°F (13°C) 0.6 in
July 54°F (12°C) 0.5 in Coldest
August 58°F (15°C) 0.4 in Driest
September 66°F (19°C) 0.4 in
October 73°F (23°C) 0.9 in
November 79°F (26°C) 1.2 in
December 82°F (28°C) 1.6 in

Ross has a seasonal temperature swing of 29°F / from 54°F in July to 83°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 12.7 inches, with February being the wettest month (1.9") and August the driest (0.4").

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Schools in Ross

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Amoonguna School
Alice Springs Steiner School
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Museums in Ross

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Central Australian Aviation Museum
Museum of Central Australia
Museum of Central Australia
Museum of Central Australia
Museum of Central Australia & Strehlow Research Center
National Road Transport Hall of Fame
Old Ghan Museum
Royal Flying Doctor Service Tourist Facility
RSL Club and War Museum
The Old Courthouse

Libraries in Ross

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alice Springs Library0.0

Restaurants in Ross

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alice Vietnamese Restaurant

Train Stations in Ross

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Macdonnell

Stadiums & Teams in Ross

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Ross

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Alice Springs AirportASPMedium Airport
Allambie AirportSmall Airport
Amburla AirportSmall Airport
Bond Springs AirportSmall Airport
Deep Well AirportSmall Airport
Hamilton Downs AirstripSmall Airport
Hugh River AirportSmall Airport
Orange Creek AirstripSmall Airport
Ross River AirportSmall Airport
Santa Teresa AirportSmall Airport
The Garden AirportSmall Airport

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Ross

What is the population of Ross?

Ross has a population of 1,571 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 27 people per square mile, spread across 57.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.

Is Ross expensive to live in?

The median household income is $37,248, 50% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $169,000 (40% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $845 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ross?

Ross has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 71°F (22°C). Winter temperatures average 80°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 345 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.7 inches.

How is the job market in Ross?

The job market in Ross is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $716. There are 149 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ross?

The median home value in Ross is $169,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $845. The homeownership rate is 58.4%.

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