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Yuendumu and Outstations

22,121 km²

A massive gap in language and income separates Yuendumu and Outstations from the rest of the country. This remote community is defined by its strong cultural roots, where 93% of people speak a First Nations language. While the area has a high level of local access to basic services, it faces significant economic challenges. It is a place where traditional language remains central to daily life despite very low typical incomes.

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First Nations

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First Nations residents here earn much less than most areas, with a typical personal income of $254 and an unemployment rate of 30.5%, which is far above the national figure. Education levels are also well below the territory and national averages, with only 16% finishing Year 12.

617 First Nations people

25 yrs Median age Here 25 yrs NT 26 yrs Aus 24 yrs

16.0% Year 12 Here 16.0% NT 23.2% Aus 37.0%

30.5% Unemployment Here 30.5% NT 20.8% Aus 12.3%

$254 Median income Here $254 NT $323 Aus $540

$1,012 Household income Here $1,012 NT $1,318 Aus $1,507

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Most homes are within a 15-minute walk of health services, schools, and groceries, which is far above the Northern Territory average. However, there is no public transport available, and the overall walkability score of 4.1 is well below the territory's figure.

4.1 Walk score

4.9 Types ≤15 min