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Cable Bay, New Zealand

Northland · New Zealand

Cable Bay is a small town in Northland, New Zealand with a population of 1,140. Elevation: 118 ft (36 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,140 Population 1/sq mi density
118 ft Elevation 36 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
53.2 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$48,800 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,800 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$140,400 home value, $702/mo rent

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About Cable Bay

Cable Bay

Cable Bay is a settlement on the southern side of Doubtless Bay in Northland, New Zealand. State Highway 10 runs through it. It is one of the Taipa-Mangonui string of settlements, separated from Taipa on the west by the Taipa River and from Coopers Beach on the east by Otanenui Stream.

People

Population1,140
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$48,800
Per Capita$49,076
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$140,400
Rent$702
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units456

Climate

Avg Temp61°F (16°C)
Rain53.2 in/yr
Sunny Days240/yr
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Population1,140
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Coordinates-34.9944°, 173.4928°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceNorthland
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation53.2 inches (1,351 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$48,800
Median Age37.2 years

About Cable Bay

Cable Bay is a small town in New Zealand (Northland) with a population of 1,140. The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet (36 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 61°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Cable Bay has a population of 1,140 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,009.5 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,140
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg
1,009.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Cable Bay vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Cable Bay is $48,800, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,076 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $944, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 105 business establishments.

Income: Cable Bay vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$48,800
35% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$49,076
Avg Weekly Wage$944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
41% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)105

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Cable Bay is $140,400, 50% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $702 (40% below the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 456 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$140,400
50% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$702
40% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units456

Property Tax

Climate in Cable Bay

Cable Bay has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 1314 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.4°C / 67°F 14.9° / 23.9° 77.4
Feb 20.2°C / 68°F 15.5° / 24.8° 82.6
Mar 18.8°C / 66°F 14.4° / 23.3° 81.5
Apr 17.3°C / 63°F 13.3° / 21.3° 97.8
May 15°C / 59°F 11.2° / 18.7° 135.4
Jun 13°C / 55°F 9.4° / 16.6° 158.2
Jul 12°C / 54°F 8.4° / 15.7° 166.7
Aug 12.3°C / 54°F 8.6° / 16° 125.4
Sep 13.5°C / 56°F 9.7° / 17.3° 130.5
Oct 14.5°C / 58°F 10.7° / 18.3° 84.8
Nov 15.9°C / 61°F 11.9° / 19.9° 78.3
Dec 18°C / 64°F 14.1° / 22° 95.8
Cable Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 240 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 53.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 118 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above New Zealand avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days240 days/yr

Geography

Elevation118 ft (36 m)
Area1,009.5 sq mi (2,614.5 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-34.9944°N, 173.4928°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.2"
40% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 6.14"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.46"

Air Quality

Nearby Volcanoes

2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kaikohe-Bay of Islands (50 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kaikohe-Bay of Islands Volcanic field 388 m (1,273 ft) 400 50 km
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 110 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.5 in
February 68°F (20°C) 3.5 in Warmest, Driest
March 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in
April 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
May 59°F (15°C) 4.7 in
June 56°F (13°C) 6.1 in
July 54°F (12°C) 5.7 in Coldest
August 55°F (13°C) 6.1 in Wettest
September 56°F (13°C) 4.4 in
October 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in
November 61°F (16°C) 3.5 in
December 64°F (18°C) 3.5 in

Cable Bay has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 54°F in July to 68°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.2 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.1") and February the driest (3.5").

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Schools in Cable Bay

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mangonui School
Oruaiti School
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Radio Stations near Cable Bay

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Cable Bay

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Matthews Vintage Collection

Libraries in Cable Bay

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kaitāia library0.0
Mangonui Community Library0.0

Hotels in Cable Bay

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Old Oak

Restaurants in Cable Bay

4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Indian Spice
Mangonui Fish Shop & Takeaways
Mangonui Fresh and Tasty Takeaways
the thai

Cafes in Cable Bay

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beach Box
Jesse's on the Waterfront
Remarkable Cafe & Seafood Restaurant
The Bakerman
The Cable Bay Store

Veterinaries in Cable Bay

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Top Vets

Gas Stations in Cable Bay

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S.

Golf Courses in Cable Bay

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Whangaroa Golf Club

Airports Near Cable Bay

43 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kaitaia AirportKATMedium Airport
Kerikeri AirportKKEMedium Airport
Ahu AirstripSmall Airport
Broadwood AirstripSmall Airport
Fisher Riley North AirstripSmall Airport
Fisher Riley South AirstripSmall Airport
Houhora North AirstripSmall Airport
Kahikatoa AirstripSmall Airport
Kaikohe AirportKKOSmall Airport
Kohe AirstripSmall Airport
Koheroa AirstripSmall Airport
Mangamuka Bridge AirstripSmall Airport
Maromaku West AirstripSmall Airport
Maungaparenua AirstripSmall Airport
Ngataki AirportSmall Airport
Ngatieke AirstripSmall Airport
Omapere AirstripSmall Airport
Pamapuria AirstripSmall Airport
Paponga AirstripSmall Airport
Pawarenga Road AirstripSmall Airport
Pouerua AirstripSmall Airport
Pukemiro AirstripSmall Airport
Puriri Block AirstripSmall Airport
Rangiahua AirstripSmall Airport
Rarawa AirportSmall Airport
Remuera Settlement AirstripSmall Airport
Rotokoma AirstripSmall Airport
Ruapekapeka AirstripSmall Airport
Runaruna AirstripSmall Airport
Sandhills AirstripSmall Airport
Takahue AirstripSmall Airport
Te Kene AirstripSmall Airport
Te Paki AirportSmall Airport
Te Rore AirstripSmall Airport
Toots AirstripSmall Airport
Umawera AirstripSmall Airport
Waiaruhe AirstripSmall Airport
Waihopo AirstripSmall Airport
Waihou Valley AirstripSmall Airport
Waimaho AirstripSmall Airport
Wairapakuru AirstripSmall Airport
Waitiki AerodromeSmall Airport
Waitotehoanga AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Cable Bay

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Mangonui Post Office and Kiwibank

Churches & Religious Organizations in Cable Bay

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Doubtless Bay Christian Centre
Mangonui Bible Chapel

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 Cable Bay

What is the population of Cable Bay?

Cable Bay has a population of 1,140 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,009.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.

Is Cable Bay expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,800, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $140,400 (50% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $702 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Cable Bay?

Cable Bay enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 240 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.2 inches.

How is the job market in Cable Bay?

The unemployment rate in Cable Bay is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 105 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Cable Bay?

The median home value in Cable Bay is $140,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $702. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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