Merivale, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

5,360 Population 14,105/sq mi density

49 ft Elevation 15 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°C

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Overall

2.7 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$30,540 median income, 3.4% unemployment

Affordability

2.3 / 5.0

$234,000 home value, $1,170/mo rent

Merivale, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$30,540

59% below

$30,540 per capita

Home Value

$234,000

17% below

Median Rent

$1,170/mo

1% above

Unemployment

3.4%

6% below

Avg Temperature

54°F

283 sunny days/yr

Is Merivale a Good Place to Live?

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2.7 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Merivale residents earn a median household income of $30,540 , which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,540. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 493 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Merivale is $234,000 , 17% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,170/month.

Climate & Weather

Merivale has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. The area gets 283 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population5,360

Median Age42.4 yrs

Density14,105/mi²

Foreign Born30.0%

Economy

Median Income$30,540

Per Capita$30,540

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$587

Housing

Home Value$234,000

Rent$1,170

Ownership55.1%

Housing Units2,144

Climate

Avg Temp54°F

Sunny Days283/yr

Rain34.2 in/yr

Elevation49 ft

Did You Know?

30.0% of residents are foreign-born.