Waiouru, New Zealand

Full City Profile

4.1 /5.0

A Great

765 Population 1/sq mi density

2,687 ft Elevation 819 meters

48°F Avg Temperature 9°C

Overall

4.1 / 5.0

Strong

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$30,480 median income, 3.3% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$88,400 home value, $442/mo rent

Waiouru, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$30,480

59% below

$30,480 per capita

Home Value

$88,400

69% below

Median Rent

$442/mo

62% below

Unemployment

3.3%

8% below

Avg Temperature

48°F

222 sunny days/yr

Is Waiouru a Good Place to Live?

4.1 / 5.0 — Great

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

Economy & Jobs

Waiouru residents earn a median household income of $30,480 , which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,480. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 70 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Waiouru is $88,400 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $442/month.

Climate & Weather

Waiouru has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 38°F in July. The area gets 222 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 62.7 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population765

Median Age27.2 yrs

Density1/mi²

Foreign Born13.6%

Economy

Median Income$30,480

Per Capita$30,480

Unemployment3.3%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$586

Housing

A+

Home Value$88,400

Rent$442

Ownership17.7%

Housing Units306

Climate

Avg Temp48°F

Sunny Days222/yr

Rain62.7 in/yr

Elevation2,687 ft

Did You Know?

13.6% of residents are foreign-born.