Port Chalmers, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

1,460 Population 7/sq mi density

443 ft Elevation 135 meters

53°F Avg Temperature 12°C

C+

Overall

2.6 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$20,940 median income, 3.6% unemployment

Affordability

2.5 / 5.0

$156,000 home value, $780/mo rent

Port Chalmers, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$20,940

72% below

$20,940 per capita

Home Value

$156,000

45% below

Median Rent

$780/mo

33% below

Unemployment

3.6%

0% below

Avg Temperature

53°F

283 sunny days/yr

Is Port Chalmers a Good Place to Live?

C+

2.6 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Port Chalmers 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 3.6% (0% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 134 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Port Chalmers is $156,000 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $780/month.

Climate & Weather

Port Chalmers has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. The area gets 283 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,460

Median Age48.5 yrs

Density7/mi²

Foreign Born21.0%

Economy

C+

Median Income$20,940

Per Capita$20,940

Unemployment3.6%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$403

Housing

Home Value$156,000

Rent$780

Ownership75.8%

Housing Units584

Climate

Avg Temp53°F

Sunny Days283/yr

Rain34.8 in/yr

Elevation443 ft

Did You Know?

21.0% of residents are foreign-born.