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Reefton, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
927 Population 0/sq mi density
653 ft Elevation 199 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$17,640 median income, 6.4% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.5 / 5.0
$130,000 home value, $650/mo rent

Reefton, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income
$17,640
77% below
$17,640 per capita
Home Value
$130,000
54% below
Median Rent
$650/mo
44% below
Unemployment
6.4%
78% above
Avg Temperature
50°F
156 sunny days/yr

Is Reefton a Good Place to Live?

C+
2.5 / 5.0 — Fair
Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Reefton residents earn a median household income of $17,640 , which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,640. The unemployment rate stands at 6.4% (78% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 85 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Reefton is $130,000 , 54% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $650/month.

Climate & Weather

Reefton has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July. The area gets 156 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 99.4 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population927
Median Age54.0 yrs
Density0/mi²
Foreign Born14.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$17,640
Per Capita$17,640
Unemployment6.4%
Poverty
Avg Weekly Wage$339

Housing

C+
Home Value$130,000
Rent$650
Ownership71.8%
Housing Units371

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
Sunny Days156/yr
Rain99.4 in/yr
Elevation653 ft

Did You Know?

14.3% of residents are foreign-born.