Pahiatua, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.4 /5.0

C Fair

2,860 Population 1,755/sq mi density

384 ft Elevation 117 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°C

Overall

2.4 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.7 / 5.0

$18,660 median income, 4.7% unemployment

Affordability

2.1 / 5.0

$150,800 home value, $754/mo rent

Pahiatua, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$18,660

75% below

$18,660 per capita

Home Value

$150,800

47% below

Median Rent

$754/mo

35% below

Unemployment

4.7%

31% above

Avg Temperature

54°F

247 sunny days/yr

Is Pahiatua a Good Place to Live?

2.4 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Pahiatua residents earn a median household income of $18,660 , which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,660. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 263 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Pahiatua is $150,800 , 47% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $754/month.

Climate & Weather

Pahiatua has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. The area gets 247 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,860

Median Age39.4 yrs

Density1,755/mi²

Foreign Born10.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$18,660

Per Capita$18,660

Unemployment4.7%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$359

Housing

Home Value$150,800

Rent$754

Ownership75.0%

Housing Units1,144

Climate

Avg Temp54°F

Sunny Days247/yr

Rain48.9 in/yr

Elevation384 ft