Hillsborough, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

13,260 Population 612/sq mi density

246 ft Elevation 75 meters

58°F Avg Temperature 15°C

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Overall

2.6 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.0 / 5.0

$27,480 median income, 3.2% unemployment

Affordability

2.2 / 5.0

$215,800 home value, $1,079/mo rent

Hillsborough, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$27,480

63% below

$27,480 per capita

Home Value

$215,800

23% below

Median Rent

$1,079/mo

7% below

Unemployment

3.2%

11% below

Avg Temperature

58°F

287 sunny days/yr

Is Hillsborough 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

Hillsborough residents earn a median household income of $27,480 , which is 63% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,480. The unemployment rate stands at 3.2% (11% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 1,220 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Hillsborough is $215,800 , 23% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,079/month.

Climate & Weather

Hillsborough has an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 287 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 78.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population13,260

Median Age42.2 yrs

Density612/mi²

Foreign Born22.2%

Economy

Median Income$27,480

Per Capita$27,480

Unemployment3.2%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$528

Housing

Home Value$215,800

Rent$1,079

Ownership80.4%

Housing Units5,304

Climate

Avg Temp58°F

Sunny Days287/yr

Rain78.8 in/yr

Elevation246 ft

Did You Know?

22.2% of residents are foreign-born.