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Hanmer Springs, New Zealand

Canterbury · New Zealand

Hanmer Springs is a small town in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 1,180. Elevation: 1,283 ft (391 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
1,180 Population 1,035/sq mi density
1,283 ft Elevation 391 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
44.4 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$22,620 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$22,620 median income, 1.4% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.5 / 5.0
$208,000 home value, $1,040/mo rent

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About Hanmer Springs

Hanmer Springs

Hanmer Springs is a small town in the Canterbury region of the South Island of New Zealand, known for its hot pools. The Māori name for Hanmer Springs is Te Whakatakanga o te ngārahu o te ahi a Tamatea, which means "where the ashes of Tamatea's fire lay", referring to Tamatea, the captain of the canoe Tākitimu.

People

Population1,180
Median Age45.8 yrs
Density1,035/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$22,620
Per Capita$22,620
Unemployment1.4%

Housing

F
Home Value$208,000
Rent$1,040
Ownership63.5%
Housing Units472

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days256/yr
Elevation1,283 ft (391 m)
Population1,180
Population Density1,035 / sq mi
Elevation1,283 ft (391 m)
Coordinates-42.5167°, 172.8167°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceCanterbury
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Annual Precipitation44.4 inches (1,127 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,620
Median Age45.8 years

About Hanmer Springs

Hanmer Springs is a small town in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 1,180. The city sits at an elevation of 1,283 feet (391 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 40°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Hanmer Springs has a population of 1,180 with a density of 1,035 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age is 45.8 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,180
Total Population
1,035
People / sq mi
45.8yrs
Median Age
18% above New Zealand avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Hanmer Springs vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Hanmer Springs is $22,620, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,620 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $435, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 109 business establishments.

Income: Hanmer Springs vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$22,620
70% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$22,620
Avg Weekly Wage$435

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)109

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Hanmer Springs is $208,000, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,040 (11% below the national average of $1,163). 63.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 472 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$208,000
26% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,040
11% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.5%
Owner-Occupied63.5%
Renter-Occupied36.5%
Housing Units472

Property Tax

Hanmer Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 40°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 256 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 1,283 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 40°F Jul (4°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below New Zealand avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average40°F (4°C)
Sunny Days256 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,283 ft (391 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density1,035/sq mi
Coordinates-42.5167°N, 172.8167°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.4"
17% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 4.41"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,047 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M7.0. Most recent: M3.0 on Aug 30, 2025.

Sep 3, 2010 19 km NE of Methven, New Zealand M7.0 138 km
Jun 18, 1994 56 km NW of Oxford, New Zealand M6.8 107 km
Aug 16, 2013 29 km SE of Blenheim, New Zealand M6.5 140 km
Nov 24, 1995 47 km NW of Oxford, New Zealand M6.2 98 km
Feb 21, 2011 6 km SE of Christchurch, New Zealand M6.1 119 km
Apr 24, 2015 73 km S of Wakefield, New Zealand M6.1 53 km
Jun 19, 1994 40 km N of Methven, New Zealand M6.0 129 km
May 27, 1992 21 km WSW of Blenheim, New Zealand M6.0 125 km
Feb 10, 1990 90 km N of Amberley, New Zealand M6.0 19 km
Jun 13, 2011 9 km ESE of Christchurch, New Zealand M5.9 117 km
Jan 28, 1991 29 km SSE of Westport, New Zealand M5.9 108 km
Aug 16, 2013 26 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.9 133 km
Feb 14, 2016 12 km ENE of Christchurch, New Zealand M5.8 107 km
Feb 10, 1990 90 km N of Amberley, New Zealand M5.7 26 km
Jan 28, 1991 27 km SSE of Westport, New Zealand M5.7 109 km
Jan 5, 2015 43 km SSE of Hokitika, New Zealand M5.6 142 km
Feb 22, 2011 7 km S of Christchurch, New Zealand M5.6 121 km
Aug 16, 2013 30 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.5 136 km
May 29, 1995 South Island of New Zealand M5.5 122 km
Mar 30, 1992 57 km NNW of Methven, New Zealand M5.5 136 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

8 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.5 m (21 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2016 OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND Earthquake 6.5 m 2 31 km
1895 PIEGON BAY Meteorological 5.0 m — 130 km
1881 PIGEON BAY (BANKS PENINSULA) Earthquake 3.0 m — 131 km
1913 TASMAN SEA Earthquake 1.5 m — 135 km
1922 SE. NEW ZEALAND Earthquake 0.4 m — 56 km
2013 WELLINGTON Earthquake 0.1 m — 140 km
1978 OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND Meteorological — — 64 km
1855 WHARANUI Earthquake — — 124 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 3.3 in Warmest
February 60°F (15°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 57°F (14°C) 3.5 in
April 51°F (11°C) 3.8 in
May 45°F (7°C) 3.8 in
June 41°F (5°C) 3.5 in
July 40°F (4°C) 4.4 in Coldest, Wettest
August 42°F (6°C) 4.2 in
September 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.3 in
November 53°F (12°C) 3.6 in
December 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in

Hanmer Springs has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 40°F in July to 60°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 44.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.4") and February the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Hanmer Springs

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Hanmer Springs School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Hanmer Springs

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Libraries in Hanmer Springs

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Hanmer Springs Community Library & Service Centre0.0

Hotels in Hanmer Springs

3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Braemar Lodge & Spa
Hanmer Springs Hotel
Harrogate Gardens Motel

Restaurants in Hanmer Springs

14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpine Chinese Restaurant
Altitude Restaurant
Eden
Fire & Ice
Gateway Tavern
Hanmer Sushi Bowl
Indian Springs
MK Restaurant
No. 31 Restaurant
Old Post Office Restaurant and Bar
Petrah Souvlaki
Powerhouse
Saints Cafe, Restaurant & Bar
Spice Village

Cafes in Hanmer Springs

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hanmer Bakery & Cafe
Mumbles Cafe
Rustic Cafe & Tapas Bar
Salt N Pepper
Tea Kiosk
The Roasted Bean

Zoos in Hanmer Springs

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hammer Springs Animal Park

Clinics in Hanmer Springs

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hanmer Springs Health Centre

Gas Stations in Hanmer Springs

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hanmer Springs Service Station

Golf Courses in Hanmer Springs

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Amuri Golf Course
Hanmer Springs Golf Club

Ski Resorts Near Hanmer Springs

3 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Mount Lyford Alpine Resort 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Hanmer Springs Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —
Rainbow Ski Area 0.0 — — $0 — — —

Airports Near Hanmer Springs

4 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Culverden—Small Airport
Hanmer Springs Aerodrome—Small Airport
Molesworth Airport—Small Airport
Murchison Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Hanmer Springs

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
NZ Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Hanmer Springs

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Church of the Epiphany – Hanmer Springs
St Roch's Parish - Hanmer Springs
St. Andrews Presbyterian

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Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Hanmer Springs

What is the population of Hanmer Springs?

Hanmer Springs has a population of 1,180 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1,035 people per square mile, spread across 1.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Hanmer Springs expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,620, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $208,000 (26% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,040 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Hanmer Springs?

Hanmer Springs has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 40°F in July. The area receives 256 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.4 inches.

How is the job market in Hanmer Springs?

The job market in Hanmer Springs is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $435. There are 109 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Hanmer Springs?

The median home value in Hanmer Springs is $208,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,040. The homeownership rate is 63.5%.

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