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Houghton Bay, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,770 Population 7/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$37,440 median income, 2.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.3 / 5.0
$286,000 home value, $1,430/mo rent

Houghton Bay, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income
$37,440
50% below
$37,440 per capita
Home Value
$286,000
1% above
Median Rent
$1,430/mo
23% above
Unemployment
2.9%
19% below
Avg Temperature
58°F
292 sunny days/yr

Is Houghton Bay 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

Houghton Bay residents earn a median household income of $37,440 , which is 50% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,440. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 163 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Houghton Bay is $286,000 , 1% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,430/month.

Climate & Weather

Houghton Bay has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 292 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,770
Median Age37.8 yrs
Density7/mi²
Foreign Born29.3%

Economy

B
Median Income$37,440
Per Capita$37,440
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$720

Housing

C
Home Value$286,000
Rent$1,430
Ownership71.6%
Housing Units708

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
Sunny Days292/yr
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation36 ft

Did You Know?

29.3% of residents are foreign-born.