Karama vs Wagaman

Karama and Wagaman are neighbouring areas in Darwin with very different community make-ups. Karama has a far larger First Nations population with 904 people, compared to 202 in Wagaman. While First Nations residents in Wagaman have a little higher typical household income of $1,916, they also face a much higher unemployment rate of 18.3%, which is well above the national figure. Karama's First Nations unemployment rate is 13.8%, which is higher than most areas but lower than in Wagaman.

Both areas sit just a little above the national figure for First Nations unemployment. They share many local advantages, with 100% of homes within a short walk of a park, school, or public transport. Wagaman is a walker's paradise, while Karama is very walkable, though Wagaman has far more street intersections per square kilometre. This accessibility is consistent across both places, as almost every home in both areas is within 15 minutes of groceries and health services.