Takaka, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.4 /5.0

C Fair

1,430 Population 0/sq mi density

33 ft Elevation 10 meters

52°F Avg Temperature 11°C

Overall

2.4 / 5.0

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

C+

Economy

2.9 / 5.0

$18,240 median income, 2.9% unemployment

Affordability

1.8 / 5.0

$156,000 home value, $780/mo rent

Takaka, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$18,240

76% below

$18,240 per capita

Home Value

$156,000

45% below

Median Rent

$780/mo

33% below

Unemployment

2.9%

19% below

Avg Temperature

52°F

190 sunny days/yr

Is Takaka a Good Place to Live?

2.4 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Takaka residents earn a median household income of $18,240 , which is 76% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,240. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 132 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Takaka is $156,000 , 45% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $780/month.

Climate & Weather

Takaka has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 43°F in July. The area gets 190 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 80.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population1,430

Median Age47.1 yrs

Density0/mi²

Foreign Born19.4%

Economy

C+

Median Income$18,240

Per Capita$18,240

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$351

Housing

Home Value$156,000

Rent$780

Ownership70.7%

Housing Units572

Climate

Avg Temp52°F

Sunny Days190/yr

Rain80.7 in/yr

Elevation33 ft

Did You Know?

19.4% of residents are foreign-born.