Lajamanu vs Yarralin

Lajamanu and Yarralin are both remote Northern Territory communities, but they differ in size and economic standing. Lajamanu is home to far more First Nations people, with 605 residents compared to 250 in Yarralin. While Lajamanu has more street intersections per square kilometre, Yarralin has a well higher typical First Nations household income of $1,125, compared to $714 in Lajamanu.

Both areas sit far above the national figure for First Nations unemployment, though it is far higher in Yarralin at 44.2%. This high unemployment in Yarralin is consistent with a typical personal income for First Nations people that is far below the national figure. The two areas share a very high rate of First Nations language speakers, with over 97% of residents in both communities speaking such a language.