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Hamilton, New Zealand
Waikato Region · New Zealand
Hamilton is a large city in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 189,700. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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People
Economy
C+Housing
CClimate
| Population | 189,700 |
| Population Density | 4,434 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.7833°, 175.2833° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Waikato Region |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.5 inches (1,792 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $25,860 |
| Median Age | 39.0 years |
About Hamilton
Hamilton is a large city in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 189,700. The city sits at an elevation of 128 feet (39 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Hamilton vs New Zealand Average
Income: Hamilton vs New Zealand
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $25,860 |
| 66% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $25,860 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $497 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 275 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 118 |
| Healthcare | 27 |
| Retail | 8 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $202,800 |
| 28% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,014 |
| 13% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 29.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 29.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 70.4% |
| Housing Units | 75,880 |
Property Tax
Climate in Hamilton
Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 14.8°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.4°C), the coldest is Aug (10.7°C). Average annual precipitation is 1290 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.7°F |
| 2% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 61°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 285 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 128 ft (39 m) |
| Area | 42.8 sq mi (110.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 4,434/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.7833°N, 175.2833°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1910 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Meteorological | 1.5 m | 1 | 137 km |
| 2022 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 127 km |
| 1956 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | — | 132 km |
| 1895 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 129 km |
| 1846 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Unknown | — | — | 137 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Maroa (99 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 99 km |
| Mayor Island | Shield | 355 m (1,165 ft) | -5060 | 102 km |
| Auckland Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 260 m (853 ft) | 1350 | 105 km |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 113 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 116 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 131 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 156 km |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 168 km |
| Whakaari/White Island | Stratovolcano(es) | 294 m (965 ft) | 2019 | 170 km |
| Taranaki | Stratovolcano | 2,518 m (8,261 ft) | 1800 | 199 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 61°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 3.4 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 3.6 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 5.4 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 4.7 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 56°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| December | 63°F (17°C) | 4.5 in |
Hamilton has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 45°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 51.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (3.4").
Colleges & Universities in Hamilton
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| ATC New Zealand | College | — | — |
| ATC Trainme | College | — | — |
| ATC Vision College | College | — | — |
| Quantum Education Group | College | — | Visit → |
| Te Wananga O Aotearoa | University | — | — |
| Te Wananga O Aotearoa | University | — | — |
| Te Wānanga o Aotearoa | University | — | — |
| University of Waikato | University | — | Visit → |
| University of Waikato (Ruakura Facility) | University | — | — |
| Wintec - City Campus | College | — | — |
| Wintec Rotokauri Campus | University | — | Visit → |
| Wintec School of Media Arts | University | — | — |
Schools in Hamilton
9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waikato Islamic School of Education | — | — | — | — |
| Iqra Educare | — | — | — | — |
| Fairfield Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Woodstock School | — | — | — | — |
| Insoll Avenue School | — | — | — | — |
| Southwell School | — | — | — | — |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Ara Rima | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Joseph's Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
| Waikato Institue of Education | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Hamilton
6 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Raglan Communtiy Radio | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rush FM | fringe, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Robotic | alternative, indie | AAC | |
| Free FM 89 Hamilton | community, entertainment | UNKNOWN | |
| RadiJohan | decades, eclectic | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Radio Te Aroha 88FM | community, oldies | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Hamilton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Museum | ||||
| Classics Museum | ||||
| Morrinsville Museum | ||||
| Te Awamutu Museum | ||||
| Te Rahui Center | ||||
| Waikato Museum |
Libraries in Hamilton
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Toy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Campus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chartwell Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dinsdale Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Education Library, University of Waikato | 0.0 | |||||
| Glenview LIbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| Hillcrest Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Huntly Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Morrinsville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| New Te Awamutu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ngaruawahia Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rototuna Library | 0.0 | |||||
| St Andrews Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Waipa District Libraries - Cambridge | 0.0 | |||||
| Wendell B Mendenhall Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Hamilton
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Made Hamilton |
Hotels in Hamilton
4 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Hamilton
56 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Hamilton
36 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Hamilton
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Hamilton
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Hamilton
8 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Hamilton
1 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Hamilton
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Hamilton
11 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Hamilton
3 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Hamilton
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bootleg Brewery | ||||
| Good George |
Stadiums & Teams in Hamilton
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Hamilton
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton International Airport | HLZ | Medium Airport |
| Drury Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Kelly Field | — | Small Airport |
| Limestone Downs Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matamata Glider Airport | MTA | Small Airport |
| Mercer1 PDZ Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Raglan Aerodrome | RAG | Small Airport |
| Te Aroha Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Te Kowhai Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Te Kuiti Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Thames Aerodrome | TMZ | Small Airport |
| Tokoroa Airfield | TKZ | Small Airport |
| Waihi Beach Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wharepapa South Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Hamilton
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Five Cross Roads Post & Paper |
Treatment Centers in Hamilton
1 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Older Persons and Rehabilitation Building |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Hamilton
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Afrikaanse Christen Kerk - Hamilton | |
| Discovery Christian Centre | |
| Fairfield Baptist Church | |
| Free Church of Tonga | |
| Gateway Church / Gateway Christian Centre | |
| Hamilton Free Wesleyan Church of Tonga | |
| Jamia Masjid | |
| Mardon Road Church | |
| Saint Andrews | |
| St Aidan's Anglican Church | |
| St Joseph's Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| The Salvation Army - Hamilton | |
| Wesley Methodist Church |
Quick Facts
Around Hamilton
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Hamilton
9 places within 15 km
- • Historic Redoubt
- • Mangaharakeke Pā
- • Nukuhau Pā
- • Opoia Pā
- • Ruakura Paleoseismic Trench / RS Quarters
- • Inspirit Gallery
- • Ramp Gallery
- • Richmond Park School (closed 2004)
- • John Mashlan Viewpoint
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Hamilton
What is the population of Hamilton?
Hamilton has a population of 189,700 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 4,434 people per square mile, spread across 42.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.0 years.
Is Hamilton expensive to live in?
The median household income is $25,860, 66% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $202,800 (28% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,014 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Hamilton?
Hamilton has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 285 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.5 inches.
How is the job market in Hamilton?
Hamilton has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.6%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $497. There are 275 business establishments in the area, including 118 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Hamilton?
The median home value in Hamilton is $202,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,014. The homeownership rate is 29.6%.