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Kaltukatjara and Outstations

87,512 km²

The population of Kaltukatjara and Outstations has remained small and stable since 2011. This remote area is defined by a strong connection to culture, with nearly all residents speaking a First Nations language. Life here is very isolated, and most people rely on cars to get around. It is a community where traditional language is common, but access to education and income is much lower than in the rest of the country.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents here are far older than the national typical age of 24. While 91.3% speak a First Nations language, many face hardship; household income is well below the Northern Territory figure, and only 9.5% finished Year 12.

254 First Nations people

33 yrs Median age Here 33 yrs NT 26 yrs Aus 24 yrs

9.5% Year 12 Here 9.5% NT 23.2% Aus 37.0%

16.3% Unemployment Here 16.3% NT 20.8% Aus 12.3%

$255 Median income Here $255 NT $323 Aus $540

$875 Household income Here $875 NT $1,318 Aus $1,507

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The area is mostly car-dependent, with no homes within walking distance of public transport or schools. However, many residents can walk to essential services, as 76.8% are near groceries and 73.9% are near health services.

2.8 Walk score

3.1 Types ≤15 min