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Leeston, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
2,490 Population 3,411/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$26,400 median income, 1.9% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$213,200 home value, $1,066/mo rent

Leeston, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income
$26,400
65% below
$26,400 per capita
Home Value
$213,200
24% below
Median Rent
$1,066/mo
8% below
Unemployment
1.9%
47% below
Avg Temperature
53°F
289 sunny days/yr

Is Leeston 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

Leeston residents earn a median household income of $26,400 , which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,400. The unemployment rate stands at 1.9% (47% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 229 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Leeston is $213,200 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,066/month.

Climate & Weather

Leeston has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. The area gets 289 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 25.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,490
Median Age39.9 yrs
Density3,411/mi²
Foreign Born17.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$26,400
Per Capita$26,400
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$508

Housing

C
Home Value$213,200
Rent$1,066
Ownership81.7%
Housing Units996

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
Sunny Days289/yr
Rain25.7 in/yr
Elevation59 ft

Did You Know?

17.4% of residents are foreign-born.