Riwaka, New Zealand

Full City Profile

3.8 /5.0

B+ Good

986 Population 0/sq mi density

30 ft Elevation 9 meters

55°F Avg Temperature 13°C

B+

Overall

3.8 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$48,800 median income, 5.1% unemployment

Affordability

4.4 / 5.0

$197,600 home value, $988/mo rent

Riwaka, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$48,800

35% below

$49,076 per capita

Home Value

$197,600

30% below

Median Rent

$988/mo

15% below

Unemployment

5.1%

41% above

Avg Temperature

55°F

246 sunny days/yr

Is Riwaka a Good Place to Live?

B+

3.8 / 5.0 — Good

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

Economy & Jobs

Riwaka residents earn a median household income of $48,800 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,076. The unemployment rate stands at 5.1% (41% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 91 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Riwaka is $197,600 , 30% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $988/month.

Climate & Weather

Riwaka has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 64°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. The area gets 246 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population986

Median Age37.2 yrs

Density0/mi²

Foreign Born27.4%

Economy

Median Income$48,800

Per Capita$49,076

Unemployment5.1%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$944

Housing

Home Value$197,600

Rent$988

Ownership64.5%

Housing Units394

Climate

Avg Temp55°F

Sunny Days246/yr

Rain49.3 in/yr

Elevation30 ft

Did You Know?

27.4% of residents are foreign-born.