Kaikoura, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

685 Population 1/sq mi density

125 ft Elevation 38 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°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

$19,860 median income, 2.1% unemployment

Affordability

2.2 / 5.0

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

Kaikoura, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$19,860

74% below

$19,860 per capita

Home Value

$156,000

45% below

Median Rent

$780/mo

33% below

Unemployment

2.1%

42% below

Avg Temperature

54°F

269 sunny days/yr

Is Kaikoura 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

Kaikoura residents earn a median household income of $19,860 , which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,860. The unemployment rate stands at 2.1% (42% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 63 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

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

Climate & Weather

Kaikoura has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. The area gets 269 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population685

Median Age53.5 yrs

Density1/mi²

Foreign Born17.4%

Economy

Median Income$19,860

Per Capita$19,860

Unemployment2.1%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$382

Housing

Home Value$156,000

Rent$780

Ownership69.5%

Housing Units274

Climate

Avg Temp54°F

Sunny Days269/yr

Rain36.7 in/yr

Elevation125 ft

Did You Know?

17.4% of residents are foreign-born.