Wairoa, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.3 /5.0

C Fair

4,260 Population 3/sq mi density

190 ft Elevation 58 meters

57°F Avg Temperature 14°C

Overall

2.3 / 5.0

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

Economy

2.1 / 5.0

$18,840 median income, 8.4% unemployment

Affordability

2.5 / 5.0

$140,400 home value, $702/mo rent

Wairoa, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$18,840

75% below

$18,840 per capita

Home Value

$140,400

50% below

Median Rent

$702/mo

40% below

Unemployment

8.4%

133% above

Avg Temperature

57°F

241 sunny days/yr

Is Wairoa a Good Place to Live?

2.3 / 5.0 - Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Wairoa residents earn a median household income of $18,840 , which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,840. The unemployment rate stands at 8.4% (133% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 392 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Wairoa is $140,400 , 50% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $702/month.

Climate & Weather

Wairoa has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 48°F in July. The area gets 241 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population4,260

Median Age35.1 yrs

Density3/mi²

Foreign Born7.3%

Economy

Median Income$18,840

Per Capita$18,840

Unemployment8.4%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$362

Housing

Home Value$140,400

Rent$702

Ownership61.3%

Housing Units1,704

Climate

Avg Temp57°F

Sunny Days241/yr

Rain52.3 in/yr

Elevation190 ft