Russell, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.2 /5.0

C Fair

762 Population 78/sq mi density

26 ft Elevation 8 meters

59°F Avg Temperature 15°C

Overall

2.2 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$19,500 median income, 3.8% unemployment

Affordability

1.7 / 5.0

$171,600 home value, $858/mo rent

Russell, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$19,500

74% below

$19,500 per capita

Home Value

$171,600

39% below

Median Rent

$858/mo

26% below

Unemployment

3.8%

6% above

Avg Temperature

59°F

288 sunny days/yr

Is Russell a Good Place to Live?

2.2 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Russell residents earn a median household income of $19,500 , which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,500. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 70 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Russell is $171,600 , 39% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $858/month.

Climate & Weather

Russell has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. The area gets 288 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 67.4 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population762

Median Age61.0 yrs

Density78/mi²

Foreign Born33.1%

Economy

C+

Median Income$19,500

Per Capita$19,500

Unemployment3.8%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$375

Housing

Home Value$171,600

Rent$858

Ownership80.7%

Housing Units305

Climate

Avg Temp59°F

Sunny Days288/yr

Rain67.4 in/yr

Elevation26 ft

Did You Know?

33.1% of residents are foreign-born.