Methven, New Zealand

Full City Profile

3.1 /5.0

B Good

2,130 Population 1/sq mi density

1,047 ft Elevation 319 meters

50°F Avg Temperature 10°C

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$27,360 median income, 2.4% unemployment

C+

Affordability

2.9 / 5.0

$182,000 home value, $910/mo rent

Methven, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$27,360

64% below

$27,360 per capita

Home Value

$182,000

35% below

Median Rent

$910/mo

22% below

Unemployment

2.4%

33% below

Avg Temperature

50°F

254 sunny days/yr

Is Methven a Good Place to Live?

3.1 / 5.0 - Good

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

Economy & Jobs

Methven residents earn a median household income of $27,360 , which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,360. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 196 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Methven is $182,000 , 35% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $910/month.

Climate & Weather

Methven has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 39°F in July. The area gets 254 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,130

Median Age39.6 yrs

Density1/mi²

Foreign Born22.9%

Economy

Median Income$27,360

Per Capita$27,360

Unemployment2.4%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$526

Housing

C+

Home Value$182,000

Rent$910

Ownership71.3%

Housing Units852

Climate

Avg Temp50°F

Sunny Days254/yr

Rain45.3 in/yr

Elevation1,047 ft

Did You Know?

22.9% of residents are foreign-born.