Waterloo, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.5 /5.0

C+ Fair

5,950 Population 25/sq mi density

98 ft Elevation 30 meters

57°F Avg Temperature 14°C

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Overall

2.5 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$30,960 median income, 3.5% unemployment

Affordability

1.8 / 5.0

$265,200 home value, $1,326/mo rent

Waterloo, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$30,960

59% below

$30,960 per capita

Home Value

$265,200

6% below

Median Rent

$1,326/mo

14% above

Unemployment

3.5%

3% below

Avg Temperature

57°F

273 sunny days/yr

Is Waterloo a Good Place to Live?

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2.5 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Waterloo residents earn a median household income of $30,960 , which is 59% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,960. The unemployment rate stands at 3.5% (3% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 547 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Waterloo is $265,200 , 6% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,326/month.

Climate & Weather

Waterloo has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July. The area gets 273 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 70.1 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population5,950

Median Age40.5 yrs

Density25/mi²

Foreign Born27.3%

Economy

Median Income$30,960

Per Capita$30,960

Unemployment3.5%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$595

Housing

Home Value$265,200

Rent$1,326

Ownership69.2%

Housing Units2,380

Climate

Avg Temp57°F

Sunny Days273/yr

Rain70.1 in/yr

Elevation98 ft

Did You Know?

27.3% of residents are foreign-born.