Otorohanga, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

3,280 Population 2/sq mi density

128 ft Elevation 39 meters

56°F Avg Temperature 13°C

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.5 / 5.0

$20,940 median income, 6.2% unemployment

Affordability

1.9 / 5.0

$176,800 home value, $884/mo rent

Otorohanga, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$20,940

72% below

$20,940 per capita

Home Value

$176,800

37% below

Median Rent

$884/mo

24% below

Unemployment

6.2%

72% above

Avg Temperature

56°F

228 sunny days/yr

Is Otorohanga a Good Place to Live?

2.2 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Otorohanga residents earn a median household income of $20,940 , which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,940. The unemployment rate stands at 6.2% (72% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 302 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Otorohanga is $176,800 , 37% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $884/month.

Climate & Weather

Otorohanga has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July. The area gets 228 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 59.6 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population3,280

Median Age36.8 yrs

Density2/mi²

Foreign Born11.2%

Economy

C+

Median Income$20,940

Per Capita$20,940

Unemployment6.2%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$403

Housing

Home Value$176,800

Rent$884

Ownership64.2%

Housing Units1,312

Climate

Avg Temp56°F

Sunny Days228/yr

Rain59.6 in/yr

Elevation128 ft

Did You Know?

11.2% of residents are foreign-born.