Christchurch, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

412,000 Population 3,615/sq mi density

46 ft Elevation 14 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°C

C+

Overall

2.6 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.9 / 5.0

$28,320 median income, 4.0% unemployment

Affordability

2.2 / 5.0

$223,600 home value, $1,118/mo rent

Christchurch, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$28,320

62% below

$28,320 per capita

Home Value

$223,600

21% below

Median Rent

$1,118/mo

4% below

Unemployment

4.0%

11% above

Avg Temperature

54°F

283 sunny days/yr

Is Christchurch a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.6 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Christchurch residents earn a median household income of $28,320 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,320. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 550 business establishments, including 245 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Christchurch is $223,600 , 21% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,118/month.

Climate & Weather

Christchurch has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. The area gets 283 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population412,000

Median Age45.4 yrs

Density3,615/mi²

Foreign Born34.2%

Economy

C+

Median Income$28,320

Per Capita$28,320

Unemployment4.0%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$545

Housing

Home Value$223,600

Rent$1,118

Ownership57.1%

Housing Units164,800

Climate

Avg Temp54°F

Sunny Days283/yr

Rain34.2 in/yr

Elevation46 ft

Did You Know?

Christchurch was founded in 1848.

34.2% of residents are foreign-born.

There are 245 restaurants in the area.