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Yuendumu, Australia

Northern Territory · Australia

Yuendumu is a small town in Northern Territory, Australia with a population of 704. Elevation: 2,205 ft (672 m). Average temperature: 74°F (23°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
704 Population
2,205 ft Elevation 672 meters
74°F Avg Temperature 23°C
15.5 in Annual Rain
Australia / Darwin Timezone
$9,329 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$9,329 median income, 17.5% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.6 / 5.0
$50,800 home value, $254/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population704
Median Age28.0 yrs

Economy

D
Median Income$9,329
Per Capita$9,329
Unemployment17.5%

Housing

B+
Home Value$50,800
Rent$254
Ownership2.4%
Housing Units282

Climate

Avg Temp74°F (23°C)
Rain15.5 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation2,205 ft (672 m)
Population704
Elevation2,205 ft (672 m)
Coordinates-22.2559°, 131.7929°
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin
Country🇦🇺 Australia
State / ProvinceNorthern Territory
Average Temperature74°F (23°C)
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation15.5 inches (394 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$9,329
Median Age28.0 years

About Yuendumu

Yuendumu is a small town in Australia (Northern Territory) with a population of 704. The city sits at an elevation of 2,205 feet (672 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 74°F (23°C). Temperatures range from 86°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 15.5 inches. The timezone is Australia/Darwin.

Yuendumu has a population of 704. The median age is 28.0 years, 28% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

704
Total Population
28.0yrs
Median Age
28% below Australia avg

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Yuendumu vs Australia Average

The median household income in Yuendumu is $9,329, which is 88% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $9,329 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $179, 88% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 17.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 67 business establishments.

Income: Yuendumu vs Australia

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Income

Median HH Income$9,329
88% below Australia avg
Per Capita Income$9,329
Avg Weekly Wage$179

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment17.5%
386% above Australia avg
Establishments (County)67

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Yuendumu is $50,800, 82% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $254 (78% below the national average of $1,163). 2.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 282 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$50,800
82% below Australia avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$254
78% below Australia avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership2.4%
Owner-Occupied2.4%
Renter-Occupied97.6%
Housing Units282

Property Tax

Climate in Yuendumu

Yuendumu has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 331 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F — / — 61.8
Feb 0°C / 32°F — / — 60.3
Mar 0°C / 32°F — / — 29.1
Apr 0°C / 32°F — / — 20.0
May 0°C / 32°F — / — 22.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F — / — 11.3
Jul 0°C / 32°F — / — 13.3
Aug 0°C / 32°F — / — 2.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F — / — 9.6
Oct 0°C / 32°F — / — 22.4
Nov 0°C / 32°F — / — 33.9
Dec 0°C / 32°F — / — 44.7
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). The city sits at an elevation of 2,205 feet.

Temperature

86°F Jan (30°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average73.8°F
37% above Australia avg
January Average86°F (30°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Geography

Elevation2,205 ft (672 m)
Coordinates-22.2559°N, 131.7929°W
TimezoneAustralia/Darwin

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 15.5"
59% below Australia avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 2.83"
Driest Month (Aug) 0.31"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.9. Most recent: M4.3 on Mar 3, 2022.

May 30, 2019 292 km SW of Tennant Creek, Australia M4.9 108 km
May 30, 2019 291 km SW of Tennant Creek, Australia M4.4 109 km
Mar 3, 2022 295 km SW of Tennant Creek, Australia M4.3 106 km
Jun 21, 2003 235 km SW of Tennant Creek, Australia M3.2 148 km
Jan 23, 2004 188 km NW of Larapinta, Australia M3.2 102 km
Sep 7, 2000 219 km N of Yulara, Australia M3.1 127 km
Jun 15, 2006 223 km WNW of Larapinta, Australia M2.8 83 km
Jun 17, 2006 251 km SW of Tennant Creek, Australia M2.8 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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").

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Schools in Yuendumu

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Yuendumu School
Yuendumu School
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Museums in Yuendumu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mens Museum

Clinics in Yuendumu

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Yuendumu Health Centre
Yuendumu Health Centre

Gas Stations in Yuendumu

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

AU #1991815314

Airports Near Yuendumu

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Coniston AirportSmall Airport
Mount Allan AirportSmall Airport
Mount Denison AirportSmall Airport
Mount Wedge AirportSmall Airport
New Haven AirportSmall Airport
Yuendumu AirportYUESmall Airport

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 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 28.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Yuendumu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $9,329, 88% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $50,800 (82% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $254 per month, below the national average of $1,163. 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 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.

How is the job market in Yuendumu?

The job market in Yuendumu faces challenges, with unemployment at 17.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $179. There are 67 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Yuendumu?

The median home value in Yuendumu is $50,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $254. The homeownership rate is 2.4%.

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