Fairfield, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

2,710 Population 12/sq mi density

62 ft Elevation 19 meters

53°F Avg Temperature 12°C

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Overall

2.6 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$28,980 median income, 1.6% unemployment

Affordability

2.0 / 5.0

$241,200 home value, $1,206/mo rent

Fairfield, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$28,980

61% below

$28,980 per capita

Home Value

$241,200

14% below

Median Rent

$1,206/mo

4% above

Unemployment

1.6%

56% below

Avg Temperature

53°F

283 sunny days/yr

Is Fairfield a Good Place to Live?

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2.6 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Fairfield residents earn a median household income of $28,980 , which is 61% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,980. The unemployment rate stands at 1.6% (56% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 249 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Fairfield is $241,200 , 14% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,206/month.

Climate & Weather

Fairfield has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. The area gets 283 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,710

Median Age43.6 yrs

Density12/mi²

Foreign Born13.6%

Economy

Median Income$28,980

Per Capita$28,980

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$557

Housing

Home Value$241,200

Rent$1,206

Ownership89.1%

Housing Units1,084

Climate

Avg Temp53°F

Sunny Days283/yr

Rain34.8 in/yr

Elevation62 ft

Did You Know?

13.6% of residents are foreign-born.