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Pipalyatjara

10 km²

A small population of 130 First Nations people makes Pipalyatjara a distinctive remote community in South Australia. It is a place where traditional culture remains strong, with the vast majority of people speaking a First Nations language. However, the community faces significant hardships, including very low typical incomes and high unemployment. These challenges are reflected in the fact that very few residents have finished Year 12.

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The community is strongly connected to culture, with 77.7% speaking a First Nations language, far above the national figure. However, life is difficult here; the typical personal income is only $260, and the unemployment rate of 36.7% is among the highest at this level.

130 First Nations people

30 yrs Median age Here 30 yrs SA 24 yrs Aus 24 yrs

5.6% Year 12 Here 5.6% SA 34.7% Aus 37.0%

36.7% Unemployment Here 36.7% SA 15.6% Aus 12.3%

$260 Median income Here $260 SA $487 Aus $540

$850 Household income Here $850 SA $1,282 Aus $1,507

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Pipalyatjara is car-dependent with a walkability score of 1.4, far below the state average. While every home is within a 15-minute walk of a school and a park, no one can walk to groceries, health services, or public transport.

1.4 Walk score

2.0 Types ≤15 min