Whitby, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.1 /5.0

C Fair

12,230 Population 51/sq mi density

161 ft Elevation 49 meters

57°F Avg Temperature 14°C

Overall

2.1 / 5.0

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

Economy

3.2 / 5.0

$33,840 median income, 2.9% unemployment

Affordability

1.0 / 5.0

$338,000 home value, $1,690/mo rent

Whitby, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$33,840

55% below

$33,840 per capita

Home Value

$338,000

20% above

Median Rent

$1,690/mo

45% above

Unemployment

2.9%

19% below

Avg Temperature

57°F

273 sunny days/yr

Is Whitby a Good Place to Live?

2.1 / 5.0 — Fair

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

Economy & Jobs

Whitby residents earn a median household income of $33,840 , which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,840. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 1,125 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Whitby is $338,000 , 20% above the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,690/month.

Climate & Weather

Whitby 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

Population12,230

Median Age41.5 yrs

Density51/mi²

Foreign Born27.9%

Economy

Median Income$33,840

Per Capita$33,840

Unemployment2.9%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$651

Housing

Home Value$338,000

Rent$1,690

Ownership87.1%

Housing Units4,892

Climate

Avg Temp57°F

Sunny Days273/yr

Rain70.1 in/yr

Elevation161 ft

Did You Know?

27.9% of residents are foreign-born.