Taihape, New Zealand

Full City Profile

3.0 /5.0

B Good

1,810 Population 1/sq mi density

1,453 ft Elevation 443 meters

52°F Avg Temperature 11°C

Overall

3.0 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.8 / 5.0

$20,640 median income, 3.8% unemployment

Affordability

3.1 / 5.0

$130,000 home value, $650/mo rent

Taihape, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$20,640

73% below

$20,640 per capita

Home Value

$130,000

54% below

Median Rent

$650/mo

44% below

Unemployment

3.8%

6% above

Avg Temperature

52°F

249 sunny days/yr

Is Taihape a Good Place to Live?

3.0 / 5.0 — Good

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

Economy & Jobs

Taihape residents earn a median household income of $20,640 , which is 73% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,640. The unemployment rate stands at 3.8% (6% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 167 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

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

Climate & Weather

Taihape has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 42°F in July. The area gets 249 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,810

Median Age41.6 yrs

Density1/mi²

Foreign Born9.7%

Economy

C+

Median Income$20,640

Per Capita$20,640

Unemployment3.8%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$397

Housing

Home Value$130,000

Rent$650

Ownership67.4%

Housing Units724

Climate

Avg Temp52°F

Sunny Days249/yr

Rain48.1 in/yr

Elevation1,453 ft