Shannon, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.1 /5.0

C Fair

1,610 Population 4/sq mi density

82 ft Elevation 25 meters

56°F Avg Temperature 14°C

Overall

2.1 / 5.0

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

Economy

1.9 / 5.0

$18,480 median income, 9.5% unemployment

Affordability

2.2 / 5.0

$145,600 home value, $728/mo rent

Shannon, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$18,480

75% below

$18,480 per capita

Home Value

$145,600

48% below

Median Rent

$728/mo

37% below

Unemployment

9.5%

164% above

Avg Temperature

56°F

290 sunny days/yr

Is Shannon a Good Place to Live?

2.1 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Shannon residents earn a median household income of $18,480 , which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,480. The unemployment rate stands at 9.5% (164% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 148 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Shannon is $145,600 , 48% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $728/month.

Climate & Weather

Shannon has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July. The area gets 290 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,610

Median Age36.8 yrs

Density4/mi²

Foreign Born8.9%

Economy

Median Income$18,480

Per Capita$18,480

Unemployment9.5%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$355

Housing

Home Value$145,600

Rent$728

Ownership75.7%

Housing Units644

Climate

Avg Temp56°F

Sunny Days290/yr

Rain70.7 in/yr

Elevation82 ft