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Kaharoa, New Zealand

Bay of Plenty · New Zealand

Kaharoa is a small town in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand with a population of 1,617. Elevation: 1,365 ft (416 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,617 Population 38/sq mi density
1,365 ft Elevation 416 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
94.0 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$48,800 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,800 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$254,800 home value, $1,274/mo rent

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About Kaharoa

Kaharoa is a rural area of New Zealand approximately 20 kilometres from Rotorua and 45 km (28 mi) from Tauranga in the North Island. At its highest point the area is approx. 500 m (1,600 ft) above sea level, with some areas able to see towards the coastline of the eastern Bay of Plenty.

People

Population1,617
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density38/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B+
Home Value$254,800
Rent$1,274
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units647

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain94.0 in/yr
Sunny Days276/yr
Elevation1,365 ft (416 m)
Population1,617
Population Density38 / sq mi
Elevation1,365 ft (416 m)
Coordinates-37.9951°, 176.2347°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceBay of Plenty
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation94.0 inches (2,388 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.2 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$48,800
Median Age37.2 years

About Kaharoa

Kaharoa is a small town in New Zealand (Bay of Plenty) with a population of 1,617. The city sits at an elevation of 1,365 feet (416 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Kaharoa has a population of 1,617 with a density of 38 people per square mile, spread across 42.3 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,617
Total Population
38
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg
42.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kaharoa vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Kaharoa 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 149 business establishments.

Income: Kaharoa vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

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)149

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kaharoa is $254,800, 10% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,274 (10% above the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 647 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$254,800
10% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,274
10% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units647

Property Tax

Kaharoa experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 276 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 94.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,365 feet.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below New Zealand avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days276 days/yr

Geography

Elevation1,365 ft (416 m)
Area42.3 sq mi (109.6 km²)
Population Density38/sq mi
Coordinates-37.9951°N, 176.2347°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 94.0"
147% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.2"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.24"
Driest Month (Jan) 4.65"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,512 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Dec 15, 1994 83 km NNE of Opotiki, New Zealand M6.5 138 km
Aug 10, 1993 42 km WNW of Gisborne, New Zealand M6.4 129 km
Dec 7, 2012 27 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M6.3 50 km
Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 65 km
Oct 25, 1999 24 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M6.2 87 km
May 18, 1999 54 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.8 114 km
Aug 18, 1999 74 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.7 121 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 24 km
Mar 22, 1990 115 km NE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.6 147 km
May 5, 2023 82 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 122 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 73 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 60 km
Oct 16, 2012 8 km NE of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 72 km
Jul 5, 2011 29 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M5.5 87 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 92 km
May 24, 2001 38 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand M5.5 122 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 51 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 34 km
Apr 8, 2006 20 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.3 44 km
Jul 7, 2012 8 km S of Turangi, New Zealand M5.3 125 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 1 116 km
2022 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m 95 km
1956 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 0.9 m 108 km
1895 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake 92 km
1846 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Unknown 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Okataina (27 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 27 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 48 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 49 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 80 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 94 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 99 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 139 km
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 154 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 171 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (16°C) 4.7 in Driest
February 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in Warmest
March 61°F (16°C) 6.7 in
April 56°F (13°C) 5.4 in
May 50°F (10°C) 5.9 in
June 47°F (8°C) 6.8 in
July 45°F (7°C) 6.4 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 7.2 in Wettest
September 50°F (10°C) 6.4 in
October 53°F (12°C) 5.4 in
November 57°F (14°C) 5.0 in
December 60°F (16°C) 5.8 in

Kaharoa has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 45°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 70.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.2") and January the driest (4.7").

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Schools in Kaharoa

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kaharoa School
Te Ranga School
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Radio Stations near Kaharoa

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Sub FM deep house, drum 'n' bass MP3 192 kbps
Gaia FM (New Zealand) celtic, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps

Museums in Kaharoa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Barracks Museum
Kevs Museum
Rotorua Museum
Te Amorangi Museum
Wairoa Museum

Libraries in Kaharoa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Friends of the Rotorua Public Library0.0
Rotorua District Library0.0
Western Bay of Plenty District Council and Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Kaharoa

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bok Shop
New CaMart
Newland Food Market
Rotorua Night Market
Super Save Rotorua

Stadiums & Teams in Kaharoa

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Kaharoa

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rotorua Regional AirportROTMedium Airport
Taupo AirportTUOMedium Airport
Tauranga AirportTRGMedium Airport
Whakatāne AirportWHKMedium Airport
Centennial Park AerodromeSmall Airport
Galatea AirfieldSmall Airport
Matakana Island AirportSmall Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Motiti Island AirportSmall Airport
Mount Tarawera AirportSmall Airport
Te Aroha AirfieldSmall Airport
Tokoroa AirfieldTKZSmall Airport
Waihi Beach AirportSmall Airport
Wharepapa South AirportSmall 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 Kaharoa

What is the population of Kaharoa?

Kaharoa has a population of 1,617 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 38 people per square mile, spread across 42.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.

Is Kaharoa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,800, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $254,800 (10% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,274 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kaharoa?

Kaharoa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.0 inches.

How is the job market in Kaharoa?

The unemployment rate in Kaharoa 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 149 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kaharoa?

The median home value in Kaharoa is $254,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,274. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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