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Arthurs Point, New Zealand

Otago · New Zealand

Arthurs Point is a small town in Otago, New Zealand with a population of 1,280. Elevation: 1,191 ft (363 m). Average temperature: 46°F (8°C).

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
1,280 Population 0/sq mi density
1,191 ft Elevation 363 meters
46°F Avg Temperature 8°C
55.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$34,980 Median Income
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Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$34,980 median income, 1.6% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.4 / 5.0
$324,400 home value, $1,622/mo rent

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About Arthurs Point

Arthurs Point

Arthurs Point is a suburb of Queenstown in the South Island of New Zealand.
It is situated near Queenstown Hill and Bowen Peak and is not far from central Queenstown. Another distinctive aspect for the area is that the Shotover Jet company operates jetboats on the Shotover River which passes under the Edith Cavell Bridge.

People

Population1,280
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$34,980
Per Capita$34,980
Unemployment1.6%

Housing

F
Home Value$324,400
Rent$1,622
Ownership68.8%
Housing Units512

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
Rain55.3 in/yr
Sunny Days236/yr
Elevation1,191 ft (363 m)
Population1,280
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation1,191 ft (363 m)
Coordinates-44.9833°, 168.6667°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceOtago
Average Temperature46°F (8°C)
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average33°F (1°C)
Annual Precipitation55.3 inches (1,405 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.8 inches (22 cm)
Median Household Income$34,980
Median Age35.0 years

About Arthurs Point

Arthurs Point is a small town in New Zealand (Otago) with a population of 1,280. The city sits at an elevation of 1,191 feet (363 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 46°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 57°F in January to 33°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 55.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Arthurs Point has a population of 1,280 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,008.8 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,280
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below New Zealand avg
5,008.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Arthurs Point vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Arthurs Point is $34,980, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $34,980. The average weekly wage is $673, 53% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 118 business establishments.

Income: Arthurs Point vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,980
53% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$34,980
Avg Weekly Wage$673

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)118

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Arthurs Point is $324,400, 15% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,622 (39% above the national average of $1,163). 68.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 512 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.3x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$324,400
15% above New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,622
39% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership68.8%
Owner-Occupied68.8%
Renter-Occupied31.2%
Housing Units512

Property Tax

Arthurs Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 57°F in January while summers reach 33°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 236 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 55.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 1,191 feet.

Temperature

57°F Jan (14°C) 33°F Jul (1°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below New Zealand avg
January Average57°F (14°C)
July Average33°F (1°C)
Sunny Days236 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,191 ft (363 m)
Area5,008.8 sq mi (12,972.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-44.9833°N, 168.6667°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 55.3"
46% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 8.8"
Wettest Month (Oct) 6.85"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.15"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

503 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.2. Most recent: M4.3 on Jul 21, 2025.

Aug 21, 2003 56 km NW of Te Anau, New Zealand M7.2 120 km
Aug 10, 1993 63 km WNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M7.0 140 km
Nov 1, 2000 67 km NW of Te Anau, New Zealand M6.1 131 km
Aug 21, 2003 53 km W of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.9 133 km
Dec 7, 2001 59 km NNW of Wanaka, New Zealand M5.8 86 km
Aug 21, 2003 56 km NW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.7 121 km
Aug 11, 1993 71 km WNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.6 144 km
Jun 24, 2020 87 km NNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.6 101 km
May 4, 2015 28 km NW of Wanaka, New Zealand M5.6 54 km
Sep 30, 2003 53 km W of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.6 139 km
Jan 20, 2008 80 km NW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.5 133 km
Jun 7, 2016 75 km WNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.5 146 km
Sep 4, 2003 53 km WNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.5 125 km
Feb 24, 2002 79 km NW of Wanaka, New Zealand M5.4 97 km
Aug 12, 2019 80 km NW of Queenstown, New Zealand M5.4 77 km
May 2, 2005 83 km N of Wanaka, New Zealand M5.4 118 km
Nov 12, 2000 59 km NW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.4 120 km
Nov 29, 1991 97 km NW of Queenstown, New Zealand M5.3 94 km
Aug 21, 2003 63 km WNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.3 139 km
Jun 12, 2011 86 km NW of Arrowtown, New Zealand M5.2 85 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2003 SOUTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 4.0 m — 120 km
2002 ALBERT TOWN Meteorological — — 53 km
1987 DEEP COVE Meteorological — — 130 km
1886 JACKSON BAY, SOUTH ISLAND Meteorological — — 114 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 57°F (14°C) 4.2 in Warmest
February 57°F (14°C) 3.2 in Driest
March 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in
April 47°F (8°C) 3.6 in
May 40°F (5°C) 4.2 in
June 34°F (1°C) 4.5 in
July 33°F (1°C) 4.3 in Coldest
August 37°F (3°C) 4.8 in
September 42°F (6°C) 6.5 in
October 47°F (8°C) 6.9 in Wettest
November 50°F (10°C) 4.0 in
December 54°F (12°C) 4.9 in

Arthurs Point has a seasonal temperature swing of 24°F / from 33°F in July to 57°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 55.3 inches, with October being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (3.2").

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Radio Stations near Arthurs Point

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Oamaru Heritage Radio alternative, canterbury MP3 64 kbps
Radio one 91 fm eclectic MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Arthurs Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Arrowtown Gaol
Lakes District Museum

Libraries in Arthurs Point

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Arrowtown Library0.0
Frankton Library0.0
Queenstown Lakes District Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Arthurs Point

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Queenstown Market
Remarkables Market

Hotels in Arthurs Point

5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ben Lomond Lodge
Coronet Peak Hotel
Moonlight Lodge
Shotover Lodge
Swiss-Belresort Coronet Peak

Restaurants in Arthurs Point

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Rakau

Cafes in Arthurs Point

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cauello

Golf Courses in Arthurs Point

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Glenorchy Golf Club

Breweries in Arthurs Point

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Altitude Brewing

Ski Resorts Near Arthurs Point

6 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Remarkables Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Coronet Peak Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Snow Farm 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Cardrona Alpine Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Invincible Snowfields 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Treble Cone Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Arthurs Point

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Queenstown AirportZQNLarge Airport
Alexandra AerodromeALRMedium Airport
Wanaka AirportWKAMedium Airport
Big Bay Beach Airstrip—Small Airport
Cromwell Racecourse Aerodrome—Small Airport
Cromwell/Louburn Airport—Small Airport
Dingleburn Station Airstrip—Small Airport
Glenorchy Airport—Small Airport
Hawea Downs—Small Airport
Hollyford Airstrip—Small Airport
Hollyford River Aerodrome—Small Airport
Martins Bay Aerodrome—Small Airport
Milford Sound AirportMFNSmall Airport
Roxburgh Aerodrome—Small Airport

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Waterfalls
32
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

🇳🇿 About New Zealand

Capital Wellington
Population 4,885,500
Area 268,680 km²
GDP (USD) $255,194,972,673
GDP per capita $49,076
HDI 0.939
Life expectancy 83.0 years
Internet users 96.2%
Urban population 83.9%
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code +64
TLD .nz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in New Zealand

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Day after New Year's Day
Jan 19 Wellington Anniversary Day Wellington Anniversary Day
Jan 26 Auckland Anniversary Day Auckland/Northland Anniversary Day
Feb 2 Nelson Anniversary Day Nelson Anniversary Day
Feb 6 Waitangi Day Waitangi Day
Mar 9 Taranaki Anniversary Day Taranaki Anniversary Day
Mar 23 Otago Anniversary Day Otago Anniversary Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 7 Southland Anniversary Day Southland Anniversary Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Jun 1 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Jul 10 Matariki Matariki
Sep 28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Dominion Day
Oct 23 Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Oct 26 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 2 Marlborough Anniversary Day Marlborough Anniversary Day
Nov 13 Canterbury Anniversary Day Canterbury (North & Central) Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Chatham Islands Anniversary Day Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Westland Anniversary Day Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Arthurs Point

What is the population of Arthurs Point?

Arthurs Point has a population of 1,280 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 5,008.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Arthurs Point expensive to live in?

The median household income is $34,980, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $324,400 (15% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,622 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Arthurs Point?

Arthurs Point has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 57°F in January, while summers reach an average of 33°F in July. The area receives 236 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 55.3 inches, with 8.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Arthurs Point?

The job market in Arthurs Point is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $673. There are 118 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Arthurs Point?

The median home value in Arthurs Point is $324,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,622. The homeownership rate is 68.8%.

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