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Edendale, New Zealand

Southland · New Zealand

Edendale is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 588. Elevation: 141 ft (43 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
588 Population 1/sq mi density
141 ft Elevation 43 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
40.0 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
$130,000 home value, $650/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population588
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,000
Rent$650
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units235

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days263/yr
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Population588
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Coordinates-46.3167°, 168.7833°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceSouthland
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation40.0 inches (1,017 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$48,800
Median Age37.2 years

About Edendale

Edendale is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 588. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet (43 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 40.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Edendale has a population of 588 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 483.3 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

588
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg
483.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Edendale vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Edendale 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 54 business establishments.

Income: Edendale 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)54

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Edendale is $130,000, 54% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $650 (44% below the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 235 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,000
54% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$650
44% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units235

Property Tax

Edendale 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 263 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 40.0 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 141 feet.

Temperature

58°F Jan (15°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average50.3°F
7% below New Zealand avg
January Average58°F (15°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days263 days/yr

Geography

Elevation141 ft (43 m)
Area483.3 sq mi (1,251.6 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-46.3167°N, 168.7833°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.0"
5% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.06"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

39 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
Jul 15, 2009 77 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.9 145 km
Jul 15, 2009 82 km WNW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.8 140 km
May 11, 2012 61 km WNW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.7 119 km
Apr 25, 2005 81 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.7 145 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 80 km
Mar 17, 2020 70 km S of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.4 117 km
Mar 11, 1995 34 km SSE of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 96 km
Apr 20, 2001 35 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 135 km
Oct 23, 2013 41 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 148 km
May 13, 2009 64 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 132 km
Jun 21, 2021 25 km S of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 111 km
May 23, 2014 47 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 147 km
Jun 1, 2015 33 km WNW of Dunedin, New Zealand M4.3 122 km
Feb 6, 2006 62 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 145 km
Feb 16, 2018 41 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.3 142 km
May 19, 2013 25 km W of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.2 150 km
Sep 29, 2003 61 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.2 142 km
Feb 3, 2004 48 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.2 150 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 43 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 58°F (15°C) 4.1 in Warmest, Wettest
February 58°F (14°C) 2.8 in
March 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.4 in
May 46°F (8°C) 4.1 in
June 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in
July 41°F (5°C) 2.8 in Coldest
August 44°F (6°C) 2.4 in Driest
September 47°F (9°C) 3.0 in
October 50°F (10°C) 3.6 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.3 in
December 56°F (14°C) 3.6 in

Edendale has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 41°F in July to 58°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 40.1 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.1") and August the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Edendale

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Edendale School
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Museums in Edendale

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

Libraries in Edendale

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Gore Public Library0.0
Wyndham Library0.0

Gas Stations in Edendale

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S. Edendale

Airports Near Edendale

5 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Invercargill AirportIVCMedium Airport
Centre Bush AerodromeSmall Airport
Gore3 AirportSmall Airport
Mandeville AerodromeSmall Airport
Ryan's Creek AerodromeSZSSmall Airport

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 Edendale

What is the population of Edendale?

Edendale has a population of 588 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 483.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.

Is Edendale expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,800, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $130,000 (54% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $650 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Edendale?

Edendale 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 263 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.0 inches.

How is the job market in Edendale?

The unemployment rate in Edendale 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 54 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Edendale?

The median home value in Edendale is $130,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $650. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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