Motueka, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.0 /5.0

C Fair

7,485 Population 1/sq mi density

10 ft Elevation 3 meters

55°F Avg Temperature 13°C

Overall

2.0 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.9 / 5.0

$18,600 median income, 3.1% unemployment

Affordability

1.0 / 5.0

$197,600 home value, $988/mo rent

Motueka, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$18,600

75% below

$18,600 per capita

Home Value

$197,600

30% below

Median Rent

$988/mo

15% below

Unemployment

3.1%

14% below

Avg Temperature

55°F

246 sunny days/yr

Is Motueka a Good Place to Live?

2.0 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Motueka residents earn a median household income of $18,600 , which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,600. The unemployment rate stands at 3.1% (14% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 689 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Motueka is $197,600 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $988/month.

Climate & Weather

Motueka has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population7,485

Median Age48.1 yrs

Density1/mi²

Foreign Born22.2%

Economy

C+

Median Income$18,600

Per Capita$18,600

Unemployment3.1%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$358

Housing

Home Value$197,600

Rent$988

Ownership72.2%

Housing Units2,994

Climate

Avg Temp55°F

Sunny Days246/yr

Rain49.3 in/yr

Elevation10 ft

Did You Know?

22.2% of residents are foreign-born.