Blenheim, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.1 /5.0

C Fair

30,300 Population 755/sq mi density

30 ft Elevation 9 meters

56°F Avg Temperature 13°C

Overall

2.1 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

C+

Economy

2.7 / 5.0

$21,480 median income, 4.7% unemployment

Affordability

1.5 / 5.0

$197,600 home value, $988/mo rent

Blenheim, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$21,480

71% below

$21,480 per capita

Home Value

$197,600

30% below

Median Rent

$988/mo

15% below

Unemployment

4.7%

31% above

Avg Temperature

56°F

298 sunny days/yr

Is Blenheim a Good Place to Live?

2.1 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Blenheim residents earn a median household income of $21,480 , which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,480. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 2,788 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Blenheim is $197,600 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $988/month.

Climate & Weather

Blenheim has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. The area gets 298 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 29.5 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population30,300

Median Age36.2 yrs

Density755/mi²

Foreign Born22.8%

Economy

C+

Median Income$21,480

Per Capita$21,480

Unemployment4.7%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$413

Housing

Home Value$197,600

Rent$988

Ownership48.7%

Housing Units12,120

Climate

Avg Temp56°F

Sunny Days298/yr

Rain29.5 in/yr

Elevation30 ft

Did You Know?

22.8% of residents are foreign-born.