Oakura, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.3 /5.0

C Fair

1,720 Population 7/sq mi density

72 ft Elevation 22 meters

61°F Avg Temperature 16°C

Overall

2.3 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$28,320 median income, 2.6% unemployment

Affordability

1.5 / 5.0

$260,000 home value, $1,300/mo rent

Oakura, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$28,320

62% below

$28,320 per capita

Home Value

$260,000

8% below

Median Rent

$1,300/mo

12% above

Unemployment

2.6%

28% below

Avg Temperature

61°F

298 sunny days/yr

Is Oakura a Good Place to Live?

2.3 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Oakura residents earn a median household income of $28,320 , which is 62% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,320. The unemployment rate stands at 2.6% (28% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 158 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Oakura is $260,000 , 8% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,300/month.

Climate & Weather

Oakura has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. The area gets 298 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,720

Median Age42.0 yrs

Density7/mi²

Foreign Born24.7%

Economy

Median Income$28,320

Per Capita$28,320

Unemployment2.6%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$545

Housing

Home Value$260,000

Rent$1,300

Ownership80.4%

Housing Units688

Climate

Avg Temp61°F

Sunny Days298/yr

Rain70.9 in/yr

Elevation72 ft

Did You Know?

24.7% of residents are foreign-born.