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Auckland, New Zealand

Auckland · 🇳🇿 New Zealand

Auckland is a major city in Auckland, New Zealand with a population of 1,530,500. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,530,500 Population 7,091/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
78.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
41% higher than US avg

People

Population1,530,500
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density7,091/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,076
Unemployment5.1%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain78.8 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.2%
Population1,530,500
Population Density7,091 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates-36.8485°, 174.7635°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceAuckland
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation78.8 inches (2,001 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.2 years

Is Auckland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Auckland receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Auckland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Auckland enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July. With 287 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 78.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Auckland has a population of 1,530,500 with a density of 7,091 people per square mile, spread across 215.8 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,530,500
Total Population
7,091
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
215.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Auckland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Auckland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Auckland is N/A. Per capita income is $49,076 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 88.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Auckland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
41% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living88.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Auckland, 33.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.9% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.2% report binge drinking. 88.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Auckland vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes6.9%
High Blood Pressure30.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking9.2%
Physical Inactivity88.7%
Depression5.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Auckland enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 78.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above US avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall78.8 inches
107% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area215.8 sq mi (559.0 km²)
Population Density7,091/sq mi
Coordinates-36.8485°N, 174.7635°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 4.1 in
April 61°F (16°C) 4.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 4.5 in
June 53°F (11°C) 5.5 in Wettest
July 52°F (11°C) 5.5 in Coldest
August 53°F (11°C) 5.2 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in
October 58°F (14°C) 4.0 in
November 61°F (16°C) 4.0 in
December 65°F (18°C) 4.3 in

Auckland has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F — from 52°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (3.5").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density7,091/sq mi
Total Area215.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Auckland

What is the population of Auckland?

Auckland has a population of 1,530,500 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 7,091 people per square mile, spread across 215.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Auckland expensive to live in?

Auckland is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Auckland?

Auckland enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 78.8 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Auckland?

The unemployment rate in Auckland is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Auckland?

35.0% of adults in Auckland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Auckland?

The obesity rate in Auckland is 33.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 88.7% are physically inactive. 5.8% of residents report depression.

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