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Yirrkala, Australia

Northern Territory · 🇦🇺 Australia

Yirrkala is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 851. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 80°F (27°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
851 Population 247/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
80°F Avg Temperature 27°C
52.8 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.0%
92% lower than US avg

People

Population851
Median Age37.5 yrs
Density247/mi²
Male / FemaleN/A

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$65,058
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty1.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking9.6%
Depression11.7%

Climate

Avg Temp80°F (27°C)
AQI10 (Good)
Rain52.8 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband97.1%
Population851
Population Density247 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates-12.2549°, 136.8900°
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNorthern Territory
Average Temperature80°F (27°C)
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Annual Precipitation52.8 inches (1,341 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.5 years

Is Yirrkala a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yirrkala receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Yirrkala offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Yirrkala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F. Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 240 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Yirrkala has a population of 851 with a density of 247 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age is 37.5 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. 17.7% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

851
Total Population
247
People / sq mi
37.5yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
3.4mi²
Land Area

Race & Ethnicity

Yirrkala vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Yirrkala vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yirrkala is N/A. Per capita income is $65,058 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.0% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 89.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Yirrkala vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.0%
92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Yirrkala, 30.2% of adults are obese, below the national rate of 32.1%. 5.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 29.3% have high blood pressure. 9.6% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 11.2% report binge drinking. 89.0% are physically inactive, above the national average. 11.7% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Yirrkala vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes5.9%
High Blood Pressure29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking9.6%
31% below US avg
Binge Drinking11.2%
Physical Inactivity89.0%
Depression11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Yirrkala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winters average 83°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 52.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10 — among the cleanest air in the country. 93% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

83°F Jan (28°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average80.2°F
49% above US avg
January Average83°F (28°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.8 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median10.0
RatingGood
Good Days %92.9%

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area3.4 sq mi (8.9 km²)
Population Density247/sq mi
Coordinates-12.2549°N, 136.8900°W
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 83°F (28°C) 9.8 in
February 82°F (28°C) 10.4 in Wettest
March 82°F (28°C) 10.4 in
April 81°F (27°C) 8.7 in
May 80°F (27°C) 3.1 in
June 77°F (25°C) 1.0 in
July 76°F (24°C) 0.6 in
August 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in Coldest, Driest
September 78°F (25°C) 0.2 in
October 81°F (27°C) 0.4 in
November 83°F (29°C) 1.7 in
December 84°F (29°C) 6.5 in Warmest

Yirrkala has a seasonal temperature swing of 9°F — from 75°F in August to 84°F in December. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with February being the wettest month (10.4") and August the driest (0.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 97.1% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density247/sq mi
Total Area3.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yirrkala

What is the population of Yirrkala?

Yirrkala has a population of 851 residents and is located in Australia. The population density is 247 people per square mile, spread across 3.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Yirrkala expensive to live in?

Yirrkala is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 89.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Yirrkala?

Yirrkala has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 80°F (27°C). Winter temperatures average 83°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 52.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Yirrkala?

Yirrkala has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%.

How are the schools in Yirrkala?

35.0% of adults in Yirrkala hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Yirrkala?

The obesity rate in Yirrkala is 30.2% (below the national rate of 32.1%). 9.6% of adults are smokers. 89.0% are physically inactive. 11.7% of residents report depression.

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