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Tanami, Australia

Northern Territory · Australia

Tanami is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 517. Elevation: 1,368 ft (417 m). Average temperature: 77°F (25°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
517 Population
1,368 ft Elevation 417 meters
77°F Avg Temperature 25°C
17.9 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
$73,414 Median Income
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$73,414 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$39,400 home value, $197/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population517
Median Age42.0 yrs

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,414
Per Capita$73,414
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

A+
Home Value$39,400
Rent$197
Ownership66.0%
Housing Units207

Climate

Avg Temp77°F (25°C)
Rain17.9 in/yr
Sunny Days304/yr
Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Population517
Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Coordinates-19.9833°, 129.7167°
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNorthern Territory
Average Temperature77°F (25°C)
January Average88°F (31°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Annual Precipitation17.9 inches (454 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$73,414
Median Age42.0 years

About Tanami

Tanami is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 517. The city sits at an elevation of 1,368 feet (417 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 77°F (25°C). Temperatures range from 88°F in January to 62°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.9 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.

Tanami has a population of 517. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

517
Total Population
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above Australia avg

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tanami vs Australia Average

The median household income in Tanami is $73,414, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $73,414 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,412. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 49 business establishments.

Income: Tanami vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$73,414
2% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$73,414
Avg Weekly Wage$1,412

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)49

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tanami is $39,400, 86% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $197 (83% below the national average of $1,163). 66.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 207 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.5x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$39,400
86% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$197
83% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.0%
Owner-Occupied66.0%
Renter-Occupied34.0%
Housing Units207

Property Tax

Tanami has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winters average 88°F in January while summers reach 62°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 304 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 17.9 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,368 feet.

Temperature

88°F Jan (31°C) 62°F Jul (17°C)
Annual Average77.4°F
43% above Australia avg
January Average88°F (31°C)
July Average62°F (17°C)
Sunny Days304 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,368 ft (417 m)
Coordinates-19.9833°N, 129.7167°W
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 17.9"
53% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Feb) 4.96"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.08"

Air Quality

Hurricane History

1 hurricane (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 1. Most recent: Ingrid (2005).

Year Name Category Closest
2005 Ingrid Category 1 284 km
Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980–2026)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 88°F (31°C) 4.1 in
February 86°F (30°C) 5.0 in Wettest
March 83°F (29°C) 2.0 in
April 78°F (25°C) 1.0 in
May 70°F (21°C) 0.5 in
June 63°F (17°C) 0.3 in
July 62°F (17°C) 0.4 in Coldest
August 67°F (20°C) 0.1 in Driest
September 76°F (24°C) 0.4 in
October 82°F (28°C) 0.8 in
November 86°F (30°C) 1.3 in
December 88°F (31°C) 2.2 in Warmest

Tanami has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 62°F in July to 88°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 17.9 inches, with February being the wettest month (5.0") and August the driest (0.1").

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Airports Near Tanami

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rabbit Flat AirportSmall Airport
Supplejack Downs AirportSmall Airport
Tanami AirportSmall Airport
Tanami Downs AirportSmall Airport
The Granites AirportGTSSmall Airport
Wilson's Camp 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 Tanami

What is the population of Tanami?

Tanami has a population of 517 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tanami expensive to live in?

The median household income is $73,414, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $39,400 (86% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $197 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 0.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Tanami?

Tanami has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 77°F (25°C). Winter temperatures average 88°F in January, while summers reach an average of 62°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.9 inches.

How is the job market in Tanami?

Tanami has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,412. There are 49 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Tanami?

The median home value in Tanami is $39,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $197. The homeownership rate is 66.0%.

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