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Kaiwaka, New Zealand

Northland · New Zealand

Kaiwaka is a small town in Northland, New Zealand with a population of 565. Elevation: 157 ft (48 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
565 Population 93/sq mi density
157 ft Elevation 48 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
76.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$19,620 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$19,620 median income, 2.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$197,600 home value, $988/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population565
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density93/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$19,620
Per Capita$19,620
Unemployment2.7%

Housing

F
Home Value$197,600
Rent$988
Ownership78.4%
Housing Units226

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain76.3 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Population565
Population Density93 / sq mi
Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Coordinates-36.1667°, 174.4500°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceNorthland
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation76.3 inches (1,937 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$19,620
Median Age43.6 years

About Kaiwaka

Kaiwaka is a small town in New Zealand (Northland) with a population of 565. The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet (48 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Kaiwaka has a population of 565 with a density of 93 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

565
Total Population
93
People / sq mi
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above New Zealand avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Kaiwaka vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Kaiwaka is $19,620, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,620 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $377, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 52 business establishments.

Income: Kaiwaka vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$19,620
74% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$19,620
Avg Weekly Wage$377

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)52

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Kaiwaka is $197,600, 30% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $988 (15% below the national average of $1,163). 78.4% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 226 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.1x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,600
30% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$988
15% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership78.4%
Owner-Occupied78.4%
Renter-Occupied21.6%
Housing Units226

Property Tax

Kaiwaka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 297 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 76.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 157 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above New Zealand avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation157 ft (48 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²)
Population Density93/sq mi
Coordinates-36.1667°N, 174.4500°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.3"
101% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.02"
Driest Month (Oct) 3.62"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 1, 2011.

Feb 21, 2007 30 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M4.5 67 km
Mar 13, 2007 26 km NNW of Coromandel, New Zealand M4.0 93 km
Feb 21, 2007 31 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M3.8 67 km
Jul 1, 2011 5 km NNW of Tamaki, New Zealand M2.9 83 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Whangarei (49 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 49 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 90 km
Kaikohe-Bay of Islands Volcanic field 388 m (1,273 ft) 400 108 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.7 in
February 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in Warmest
March 65°F (18°C) 4.1 in
April 61°F (16°C) 4.3 in
May 56°F (14°C) 4.6 in
June 53°F (12°C) 6.0 in Wettest
July 52°F (11°C) 5.9 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 5.7 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in Driest
November 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in

Kaiwaka has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 52°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 53.7 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.0") and October the driest (3.6").

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Schools in Kaiwaka

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kaiwaka School
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Radio Stations near Kaiwaka

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Beagle 88.1 alternative, funk MP3 320 kbps
The Wireless (Today's Best Country) country MP3
The Generator classic rock, hard rock MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Kaiwaka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albertland & Districts Museum
Albertland Heritage Museum
Mangawhai Museum
Waipu Museum
Warkworth and District Museum

Libraries in Kaiwaka

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kaipara Flats Library0.0
Kaiwaka Library0.0
Mangawhai Public Library0.0
Warkworth War Memorial Library0.0
Wellsford War Memorial Library0.0

Hotels in Kaiwaka

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Three Furlongs

Restaurants in Kaiwaka

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spice Lounge

Cafes in Kaiwaka

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Eutopia
La Nonna
Mormors Cafe
Odd Sox Cafe
Tulip Cafe

Gas Stations in Kaiwaka

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
Gull

Breweries in Kaiwaka

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
8 Wired Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Kaiwaka

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Snowplanet 0.0 $0

Airports Near Kaiwaka

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
RNZAF Base Auckland-WhenuapaiMedium Airport
Whangarei AirportWREMedium Airport
Dargaville AerodromeDGRSmall Airport
Kaikohe AirportKKOSmall Airport
Kaipara Flats AirportSmall Airport
Koheroa AirstripSmall Airport
Maromaku West AirstripSmall Airport
North Shore AerodromeSmall Airport
Omaha Flats AirportSmall Airport
Parakai AerodromeSmall Airport
Ruapekapeka AirstripSmall Airport
Ruawai AerodromeSmall Airport
Springhill AirportSmall Airport
Tahere AirstripSmall Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport
Waitotehoanga AirstripSmall Airport
Waro AirstripSmall 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 Kaiwaka

What is the population of Kaiwaka?

Kaiwaka has a population of 565 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 93 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 43.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Kaiwaka expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,620, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,600 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Kaiwaka?

Kaiwaka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 76.3 inches.

How is the job market in Kaiwaka?

The job market in Kaiwaka is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $377. There are 52 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Kaiwaka?

The median home value in Kaiwaka is $197,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $988. The homeownership rate is 78.4%.

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