Yuendumu, Australia — City Data & Statistics

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

Population704

Median Age37.5 yrs

DensityN/A

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 Temp74°F (23°C)

AQI10 (Good)

Rain15.5 in/yr

Sunny Days308/yr

Elevation2,205 ft (672 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband97.1%

Population	704
Elevation	2,205 ft (672 m)
Coordinates	-22.2559°, 131.7929°
Timezone	Australia/Darwin
Country	🇦🇺 Australia
State / Province	Northern Territory
Average Temperature	74°F (23°C)
January Average	86°F (30°C)
July Average	58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation	15.5 inches (394 mm)
Annual Snowfall	0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age	37.5 years

Is Yuendumu a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Yuendumu 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. Yuendumu 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

Yuendumu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F. Winters average 86°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 10.

Yuendumu has a population of 704. 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

704

Total Population

37.5yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

Race & Ethnicity

Yuendumu vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Yuendumu vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Yuendumu 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: Yuendumu vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$65,058

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	4.1%
	14% above US avg
Poverty Rate	1.0%
	92% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	89.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Yuendumu, 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: Yuendumu vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	30.2%
	6% below US avg
Diabetes	5.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	9.6%
	31% below US avg
Binge Drinking	11.2%
Physical Inactivity	89.0%
Depression	11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Yuendumu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winters average 86°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 308 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 15.5 inches (drier 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 2,205 feet.

Temperature

86°F Jan (30°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)

Annual Average	73.8°F
	37% above US avg
January Average	86°F (30°C)
July Average	58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days	308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	15.5 inches
	59% below US avg
Snowfall	0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	10.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	92.9%

Geography

Elevation	2,205 ft (672 m)
Coordinates	-22.2559°N, 131.7929°W
Timezone	Australia/Darwin

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	86°F (30°C)	2.8 in	Warmest, Wettest
February	84°F (29°C)	2.8 in
March	81°F (27°C)	2.0 in
April	75°F (24°C)	1.0 in
May	66°F (19°C)	0.9 in
June	59°F (15°C)	0.5 in
July	58°F (14°C)	0.5 in	Coldest
August	63°F (17°C)	0.3 in	Driest
September	70°F (21°C)	0.4 in
October	78°F (26°C)	0.8 in
November	82°F (28°C)	1.5 in
December	85°F (29°C)	2.0 in

Yuendumu has a seasonal temperature swing of 28°F — from 58°F in July to 86°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 15.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (0.3").

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

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	97.1%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Yuendumu

What is the population of Yuendumu?

Yuendumu has a population of 704 residents and is located in Australia.. The median age of residents is 37.5 years.

Is Yuendumu expensive to live in?

Yuendumu 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 Yuendumu?

Yuendumu has a warm climate with an average annual temperature of 74°F (23°C). Winter temperatures average 86°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 308 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 15.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 10.

How is the job market in Yuendumu?

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

How are the schools in Yuendumu?

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

How healthy is Yuendumu?

The obesity rate in Yuendumu 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.