Average rent in Daly, NT2026

Daly sits in the Victoria Daly local government area, 175km from the Darwin CBD, with a population of around 1,890 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $80/week — below the the Northern Territory state median of $301/week. 55% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

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ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
1,890

ABS 2021

Median age
28
Distance to Darwin
175 km
Households renting
55%
Separate houses
80%
Flats / apartments
1%
Born overseas
5%
Top occupation
Labourers
LGA
Victoria Daly

Renting in Daly

Daly comes in below the the Northern Territory median, with renters typically paying $80/week — about 73% under the state-wide $301/week baseline (ABS Census 2021). What stands out is the renter share — 55% of households here rent, well above the state-wide owner-occupier baseline. Lower-than-median rent paired with a renter majority typically means a faster-moving rental market: more frequent turnover and more places coming up for rent at any given time. Housing breaks down as 80% separate houses and 1% flats. Population is 1,890, median age 28, and the most common occupation is Labourers. 5% of residents were born overseas, and the suburb sits 175km from Darwin. Applications can close quickly here, so flexibility on inspection times helps.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Daly?+
According to the ABS 2021 Census, the median weekly rent in Daly, NT was $80. The live figure at the top of this page reflects what RenterSay users have reported more recently. State-wide rent indices suggest the 2021 number is by now well behind current asking rents — use it as a baseline, not a quote.
How does Daly rent compare to the Northern Territory?+
At the 2021 Census, the Northern Territory's state median rent was $301 a week. Daly sat at $80 — 73% below the state average. The suburb is 175km from Darwin, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (80% separate houses, 1% flats here).
Which suburbs near Daly have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Daly's $80/week (ABS 2021): Gulf, Yuendumu - Anmatjere, Victoria River. On the higher end, you've got East Arnhem, Alligator, Nhulunbuy. Just remember that cheaper rent doesn't always mean better value — commute times, transit access, and the actual condition of the housing stock matter too. You can add to the live picture for your area using the rent submission form below.

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