Average rent in Palmerston - North, NT — 2026

Palmerston - North is one of the more expensive parts of the Northern Territory to rent in — the typical renter pays $460/week, around 53% above the state median of $301/week (ABS Census 2021). Most households here own (around 54% are owners or paying a mortgage), and the suburb is mostly separate houses (86%) 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 16km from Darwin, with a population of around 4,456 and a median age of 32. The biggest occupation category is Community and Personal Service Workers. Renters often wait longer here, and inspections fill quickly when stock does come up.