Fairlie, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.8 /5.0

C+ Fair

940 Population 0/sq mi density

1,001 ft Elevation 305 meters

49°F Avg Temperature 9°C

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Overall

2.8 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$21,660 median income, 1.7% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.6 / 5.0

$156,000 home value, $780/mo rent

Fairlie, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$21,660

71% below

$21,660 per capita

Home Value

$156,000

45% below

Median Rent

$780/mo

33% below

Unemployment

1.7%

53% below

Avg Temperature

49°F

255 sunny days/yr

Is Fairlie a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.8 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Fairlie residents earn a median household income of $21,660 , which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,660. The unemployment rate stands at 1.7% (53% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 86 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Fairlie is $156,000 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $780/month.

Climate & Weather

Fairlie has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 38°F in July. The area gets 255 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population940

Median Age47.5 yrs

Density0/mi²

Foreign Born19.0%

Economy

Median Income$21,660

Per Capita$21,660

Unemployment1.7%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$417

Housing

C+

Home Value$156,000

Rent$780

Ownership73.6%

Housing Units376

Climate

Avg Temp49°F

Sunny Days255/yr

Rain44.5 in/yr

Elevation1,001 ft

Did You Know?

19.0% of residents are foreign-born.