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Gisborne, Australia

Full City Profile

2.9 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,725 Population 12/sq mi density
1,381 ft Elevation 421 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
C+
Overall
2.9 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$32,651 median income, 3.0% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$238,200 home value, $1,191/mo rent

Gisborne, Australia

At a Glance

Median Income
$32,651
57% below
$32,651 per capita
Home Value
$238,200
16% below
Median Rent
$1,191/mo
2% above
Unemployment
3.0%
17% below
Avg Temperature
54°F
285 sunny days/yr

Is Gisborne 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

Gisborne residents earn a median household income of $32,651 , which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,651. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 829 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Gisborne is $238,200 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,191/month.

Climate & Weather

Gisborne has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. The area gets 285 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 31.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population8,725
Median Age39.0 yrs
Density12/mi²
Foreign Born13.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$32,651
Per Capita$32,651
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$628

Housing

C+
Home Value$238,200
Rent$1,191
Ownership83.8%
Housing Units3,490

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
Sunny Days285/yr
Rain31.7 in/yr
Elevation1,381 ft

Did You Know?

13.4% of residents are foreign-born.