Dobson, New Zealand

Full City Profile

3.3 /5.0

B Good

828 Population 1/sq mi density

180 ft Elevation 55 meters

52°F Avg Temperature 11°C

Overall

3.3 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.6 / 5.0

$21,900 median income, 5.6% unemployment

Affordability

4.0 / 5.0

$104,000 home value, $520/mo rent

Dobson, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$21,900

71% below

$21,900 per capita

Home Value

$104,000

63% below

Median Rent

$520/mo

55% below

Unemployment

5.6%

56% above

Avg Temperature

52°F

123 sunny days/yr

Is Dobson a Good Place to Live?

3.3 / 5.0 — Good

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

Economy & Jobs

Dobson residents earn a median household income of $21,900 , which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,900. The unemployment rate stands at 5.6% (56% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 76 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Dobson is $104,000 , 63% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $520/month.

Climate & Weather

Dobson has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. The area gets 123 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 118.3 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population828

Median Age45.4 yrs

Density1/mi²

Foreign Born7.6%

Economy

C+

Median Income$21,900

Per Capita$21,900

Unemployment5.6%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$421

Housing

Home Value$104,000

Rent$520

Ownership82.9%

Housing Units331

Climate

Avg Temp52°F

Sunny Days123/yr

Rain118.3 in/yr

Elevation180 ft