Darfield, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.9 /5.0

C+ Fair

3,380 Population 397/sq mi density

669 ft Elevation 204 meters

52°F Avg Temperature 11°C

C+

Overall

2.9 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.3 / 5.0

$29,700 median income, 1.6% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.5 / 5.0

$218,400 home value, $1,092/mo rent

Darfield, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$29,700

60% below

$29,700 per capita

Home Value

$218,400

23% below

Median Rent

$1,092/mo

6% below

Unemployment

1.6%

56% below

Avg Temperature

52°F

275 sunny days/yr

Is Darfield a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.9 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Darfield residents earn a median household income of $29,700 , which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,700. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 311 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Darfield is $218,400 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,092/month.

Climate & Weather

Darfield has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population3,380

Median Age42.1 yrs

Density397/mi²

Foreign Born16.9%

Economy

Median Income$29,700

Per Capita$29,700

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$571

Housing

C+

Home Value$218,400

Rent$1,092

Ownership83.5%

Housing Units1,352

Climate

Avg Temp52°F

Sunny Days275/yr

Rain33.8 in/yr

Elevation669 ft

Did You Know?

16.9% of residents are foreign-born.