Hamilton, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

189,700 Population 4,434/sq mi density

128 ft Elevation 39 meters

53°F Avg Temperature 12°C

C+

Overall

2.6 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.9 / 5.0

$25,860 median income, 3.6% unemployment

Affordability

2.2 / 5.0

$202,800 home value, $1,014/mo rent

Hamilton, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$25,860

66% below

$25,860 per capita

Home Value

$202,800

28% below

Median Rent

$1,014/mo

13% below

Unemployment

3.6%

0% below

Avg Temperature

53°F

285 sunny days/yr

Is Hamilton a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.6 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Hamilton residents earn a median household income of $25,860 , which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,860. The unemployment rate stands at 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 275 business establishments, including 118 restaurants.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Hamilton is $202,800 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,014/month.

Climate & Weather

Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. The area gets 285 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.5 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population189,700

Median Age39.0 yrs

Density4,434/mi²

Foreign Born36.7%

Economy

C+

Median Income$25,860

Per Capita$25,860

Unemployment3.6%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$497

Housing

Home Value$202,800

Rent$1,014

Ownership29.6%

Housing Units75,880

Climate

Avg Temp53°F

Sunny Days285/yr

Rain70.5 in/yr

Elevation128 ft

Did You Know?

36.7% of residents are foreign-born.

There are 118 restaurants in the area.