Geraldton vs Katherine

Geraldton and Katherine are both large regional areas, but they differ sharply in their cultural and urban layouts. In Katherine, 69.8% of people speak a First Nations language, which is far higher than the 7.7% in Geraldton. Geraldton is more walkable, with 59.5% of homes within a 10 minute walk of public transport compared to 0.0% in Katherine. There are also notable differences in First Nations outcomes; the typical personal income for First Nations people in Geraldton is $464, which is far higher than the $281 seen in Katherine.

Both areas share similar typical First Nations household incomes, which sit around $1,200. However, the gap in First Nations unemployment is widening, with the rate now well higher in Katherine at 23.1% compared to 18.2% in Geraldton. While both places are mostly car-dependent, Geraldton generally has more amenities within a short walk, including a higher share of homes near health services and groceries.