Average rent in Jingili, NT — 2026

Jingili sits in the Darwin local government area, 9km from the Darwin CBD, with a population of around 1,841 at the most recent ABS Census (2021). The typical renter pays $400/week — above the the Northern Territory state median of $301/week. 25% of households rent, and the rest own outright or are paying off a mortgage.

$400/wk

ABS 2021 Census median

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Suburb at a glance

Population
1,841

ABS 2021

Median age
36
Distance to Darwin
9 km
Households renting
25%
Separate houses
98%
Flats / apartments
2%
Born overseas
24%
Top occupation
Professionals
LGA
Darwin

Renting in Jingili

Jingili is one of the more expensive parts of the Northern Territory to rent in — the typical renter pays $400/week, around 33% above the state median of $301/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 74% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (98%) rather than units. That mix usually means a smaller, slower-turnover rental pool than in inner-city areas at a similar price. The suburb sits 9km from Darwin, with a population of around 1,841 and a median age of 36. The biggest occupation category is Professionals. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.

Frequently asked questions

What's the median rent in Jingili?+
Based on ABS Census 2021 data, the median weekly rent for households in Jingili, NT was $400. Where renters have submitted recent reports through RenterSay, the live figure shown above reflects post-2021 changes. State rent indices like CoreLogic and Domain suggest the 2021 baseline is now several years stale — treat it as the historical anchor, not the current asking price.
How does Jingili rent compare to the Northern Territory?+
At the 2021 Census, the Northern Territory's state median rent was $301 a week. Jingili sat at $400 — 33% above the state average. The suburb is 9km from Darwin, and rent generally scales with how close you are to the CBD, transit links, and the local dwelling mix (98% separate houses, 2% flats here).
Which suburbs near Jingili have lower rent?+
A few nearby suburbs come in cheaper than Jingili's $400/week (ABS 2021): Larrakeyah, Brinkin - Nakara, Fannie Bay - The Gardens. On the higher end, you've got Wanguri, Parap, Wulagi. 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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