Shirley, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.0 /5.0

C Fair

6,990 Population 5,777/sq mi density

23 ft Elevation 7 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°C

Overall

2.0 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.9 / 5.0

$20,400 median income, 3.4% unemployment

Affordability

1.0 / 5.0

$208,000 home value, $1,040/mo rent

Shirley, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$20,400

73% below

$20,400 per capita

Home Value

$208,000

26% below

Median Rent

$1,040/mo

11% below

Unemployment

3.4%

6% below

Avg Temperature

54°F

283 sunny days/yr

Is Shirley a Good Place to Live?

2.0 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Shirley residents earn a median household income of $20,400 , which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,400. The unemployment rate stands at 3.4% (6% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 643 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Shirley is $208,000 , 26% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,040/month.

Climate & Weather

Shirley has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. The area gets 283 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population6,990

Median Age48.3 yrs

Density5,777/mi²

Foreign Born20.4%

Economy

C+

Median Income$20,400

Per Capita$20,400

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$392

Housing

Home Value$208,000

Rent$1,040

Ownership76.7%

Housing Units2,796

Climate

Avg Temp54°F

Sunny Days283/yr

Rain34.2 in/yr

Elevation23 ft

Did You Know?

20.4% of residents are foreign-born.