West Melton, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.6 /5.0

C+ Fair

2,710 Population 318/sq mi density

315 ft Elevation 96 meters

54°F Avg Temperature 12°C

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Overall

2.6 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.4 / 5.0

$35,100 median income, 2.0% unemployment

Affordability

1.9 / 5.0

$296,400 home value, $1,482/mo rent

West Melton, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$35,100

53% below

$35,100 per capita

Home Value

$296,400

5% above

Median Rent

$1,482/mo

27% above

Unemployment

2.0%

44% below

Avg Temperature

54°F

283 sunny days/yr

Is West Melton a Good Place to Live?

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2.6 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

West Melton residents earn a median household income of $35,100 , which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,100. The unemployment rate stands at 2.0% (44% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 249 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in West Melton is $296,400 , 5% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,482/month.

Climate & Weather

West Melton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July. The area gets 283 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 34.2 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population2,710

Median Age43.4 yrs

Density318/mi²

Foreign Born18.6%

Economy

Median Income$35,100

Per Capita$35,100

Unemployment2.0%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$675

Housing

Home Value$296,400

Rent$1,482

Ownership95.5%

Housing Units1,084

Climate

Avg Temp54°F

Sunny Days283/yr

Rain34.2 in/yr

Elevation315 ft

Did You Know?

18.6% of residents are foreign-born.