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East Gore, New Zealand

Southland · New Zealand

East Gore is a small city in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 8,340. Elevation: 240 ft (73 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
8,340 Population 15/sq mi density
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
39.2 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$22,800 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$22,800 median income, 3.7% unemployment
C+
Affordability
2.7 / 5.0
$161,200 home value, $806/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population8,340
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density15/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,800
Per Capita$22,800
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

C+
Home Value$161,200
Rent$806
Ownership74.4%
Housing Units3,336

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain39.2 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Population8,340
Population Density15 / sq mi
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates-46.0884°, 168.9501°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceSouthland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation39.2 inches (995 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,800
Median Age37.3 years

About East Gore

East Gore is a small city in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 8,340. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet (73 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

East Gore has a population of 8,340 with a density of 15 people per square mile, spread across 544.5 square miles. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

8,340
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg
544.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

East Gore vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in East Gore is $22,800, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,800 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $438, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 767 business establishments.

Income: East Gore vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$22,800
70% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$22,800
Avg Weekly Wage$438

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)767

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in East Gore is $161,200, 43% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below the national average of $1,163). 74.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,336 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,200
43% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$806
31% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership74.4%
Owner-Occupied74.4%
Renter-Occupied25.6%
Housing Units3,336

Property Tax

East Gore experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 58°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 39.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below New Zealand avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area544.5 sq mi (1,410.2 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates-46.0884°N, 168.9501°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.2"
3% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (May) 4.09"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

45 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.1. Most recent: M3.3 on Jul 25, 2022.

Feb 28, 2010 48 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.1 149 km
Aug 21, 2003 25 km NNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.1 145 km
May 11, 2012 61 km WNW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.7 133 km
Oct 12, 2000 15 km N of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.5 57 km
Apr 14, 2009 29 km NW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.5 91 km
Feb 11, 2004 68 km WSW of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.5 131 km
Mar 17, 2020 70 km S of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.4 133 km
Aug 29, 2000 46 km N of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 149 km
May 13, 2009 64 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 138 km
Apr 20, 2001 35 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 134 km
Aug 24, 2000 43 km WNW of Queenstown, New Zealand M4.4 150 km
Oct 23, 2013 41 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 147 km
Mar 11, 1995 34 km SSE of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 91 km
May 23, 2014 47 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 147 km
Jun 21, 2021 25 km S of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 107 km
Jun 1, 2015 33 km WNW of Dunedin, New Zealand M4.3 99 km
Feb 6, 2006 62 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 149 km
Feb 16, 2018 41 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 141 km
Sep 29, 2003 61 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.2 146 km
May 19, 2013 25 km W of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.2 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1839 WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND Unknown 61 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 3.9 in Warmest
February 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
March 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
April 51°F (10°C) 3.4 in
May 45°F (7°C) 4.1 in Wettest
June 41°F (5°C) 3.4 in
July 41°F (5°C) 2.7 in Coldest
August 43°F (6°C) 2.2 in Driest
September 47°F (8°C) 2.9 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.3 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.4 in
December 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in

East Gore has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 41°F in July to 58°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.2 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.1") and August the driest (2.2").

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Schools in East Gore

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
East Gore School
Knapdale School
Pukerau School
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Museums in East Gore

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Gore Heritage Centre
Gore Historical Museum
Hokonui Heritage Research Centre
Hokonui Moonshine Museum
Museum Historical Museum (closed)

Libraries in East Gore

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gore Public Library0.0
Wyndham Library0.0

Golf Courses in East Gore

4 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Gore Golf Club
Riversdale Golf Club
Tapanui Golf Club
Waikaka Golf Club

Airports Near East Gore

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Invercargill AirportIVCMedium Airport
Centre Bush AerodromeSmall Airport
Gore3 AirportSmall Airport
Mandeville AerodromeSmall Airport
Roxburgh AerodromeSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in East Gore

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Gore New Life Church / New Life Fellowship
Grace Presbyterian Church - Gore

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 East Gore

What is the population of East Gore?

East Gore has a population of 8,340 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 15 people per square mile, spread across 544.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.3 years.

Is East Gore expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,800, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $161,200 (43% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in East Gore?

East Gore has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.2 inches.

How is the job market in East Gore?

East Gore has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $438. There are 767 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in East Gore?

The median home value in East Gore is $161,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $806. The homeownership rate is 74.4%.

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