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Kopuaranga, New Zealand
Wellington Region · New Zealand
Kopuaranga is a small town in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 1,130. Elevation: 617 ft (188 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).
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About Kopuaranga
Kopuaranga railway station was a flag station that served the small rural settlement of Kōpuaranga, 12½ km north of Masterton, in the Wairarapa region of New Zealand’s North Island. It was located on the Wairarapa Line between the stations of Opaki and Mauriceville. From its opening in 1886 it handled both passenger and freight traffic for 97 years until closure in 1983.
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| Population | 1,130 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) |
| Coordinates | -40.8333°, 175.6667° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Wellington Region |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 60.9 inches (1,548 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.3 inches (3 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $26,640 |
| Median Age | 45.3 years |
About Kopuaranga
Kopuaranga is a small town in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 1,130. The city sits at an elevation of 617 feet (188 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 64°F in January to 48°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
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Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Kopuaranga vs New Zealand Average
Income: Kopuaranga vs New Zealand
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Income
| Median HH Income | $26,640 |
| 65% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $26,640 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $512 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 104 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $156,000 |
| 45% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $780 |
| 33% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 84.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 15.2% |
| Housing Units | 452 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.3°F |
| 4% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 64°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 48°F (9°C) |
| Sunny Days | 235 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 617 ft (188 m) |
| Area | 1,028.7 sq mi (2,664.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -40.8333°N, 175.6667°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
3 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1931 | N. NEW ZEALAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 15.0 m | 261 | 122 km |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | — | 73 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 147 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (173 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 173 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 186 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 64°F (18°C) | 2.9 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (16°C) | 2.7 in | Driest |
| March | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 3.4 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 4.8 in | |
| June | 46°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| July | 48°F (9°C) | 5.6 in | Wettest |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 4.8 in | |
| September | 49°F (10°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 3.6 in | |
| November | 55°F (13°C) | 3.3 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 3.7 in |
Kopuaranga has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 46°F in June to 64°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (2.7").
Schools in Kopuaranga
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ōpaki School | — | — | — | — |
| Mauriceville School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Kopuaranga
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2XS FM Palmerston North | retro, rock | MP3 256 kbps |
Museums in Kopuaranga
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Railway Station | ||||
| Middleton Model Railway | ||||
| Mount Bruce Pioneer Museum | ||||
| Sport and Vintage Aviation Society | ||||
| The Vintage Aviator | ||||
| The Wool Shed - National Museum of Sheep and Shearing |
Libraries in Kopuaranga
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greytown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Masterton District Library | 0.0 |
Restaurants in Kopuaranga
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Kopuaranga
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Kopuaranga
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Kopuaranga
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hood Airport | MRO | Medium Airport |
| Palmerston North Airport | PMR | Medium Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| RNZAF Base Ohakea | OHA | Medium Airport |
| Alfredton Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Dannevirke Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Feilding Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Flat Point Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Foxpine Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Martinborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Papawai Airfield | — | Small Airport |
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What is the population of Kopuaranga?
Kopuaranga has a population of 1,130 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,028.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Kopuaranga expensive to live in?
The median household income is $26,640, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $156,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Kopuaranga?
Kopuaranga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 64°F in January, while summers reach an average of 48°F in July. The area receives 235 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.9 inches, with 1.3 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Kopuaranga?
The job market in Kopuaranga is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $512. There are 104 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Kopuaranga?
The median home value in Kopuaranga is $156,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $780. The homeownership rate is 84.8%.