Wellington Central, New Zealand

Full City Profile

1.7 /5.0

D Poor

3,350 Population 20/sq mi density

79 ft Elevation 24 meters

58°F Avg Temperature 14°C

Overall

1.7 / 5.0

Below average overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

2.3 / 5.0

$21,960 median income, 7.6% unemployment

Affordability

1.0 / 5.0

$286,000 home value, $1,430/mo rent

Wellington Central, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$21,960

71% below

$21,960 per capita

Home Value

$286,000

1% above

Median Rent

$1,430/mo

23% above

Unemployment

7.6%

111% above

Avg Temperature

58°F

292 sunny days/yr

Is Wellington Central a Good Place to Live?

1.7 / 5.0 — Poor

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

Economy & Jobs

Wellington Central residents earn a median household income of $21,960 , which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,960. The unemployment rate stands at 7.6% (111% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 308 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Wellington Central is $286,000 , 1% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,430/month.

Climate & Weather

Wellington Central has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July. The area gets 292 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population3,350

Median Age26.4 yrs

Density20/mi²

Foreign Born40.3%

Economy

Median Income$21,960

Per Capita$21,960

Unemployment7.6%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$422

Housing

Home Value$286,000

Rent$1,430

Ownership29.6%

Housing Units1,340

Climate

Avg Temp58°F

Sunny Days292/yr

Rain33.9 in/yr

Elevation79 ft

Did You Know?

40.3% of residents are foreign-born.