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Maungatapere, New Zealand

Northland · New Zealand

Maungatapere is a small town in Northland, New Zealand with a population of 1,007. Elevation: 410 ft (125 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,007 Population 4/sq mi density
410 ft Elevation 125 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
60.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$25,620 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$25,620 median income, 2.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.1 / 5.0
$208,000 home value, $1,040/mo rent

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About Maungatapere

Maungatapere

Maungatapere is a settlement in Northland, New Zealand. State Highway 14 runs through it.

People

Population1,007
Median Age44.1 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$25,620
Per Capita$25,620
Unemployment2.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$208,000
Rent$1,040
Ownership84.0%
Housing Units403

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain60.8 in/yr
Sunny Days226/yr
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Population1,007
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Coordinates-35.7500°, 174.2000°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceNorthland
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation60.8 inches (1,545 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$25,620
Median Age44.1 years

About Maungatapere

Maungatapere is a small town in New Zealand (Northland) with a population of 1,007. The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet (125 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 60.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Maungatapere has a population of 1,007 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 258.5 square miles. The median age is 44.1 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,007
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
44.1yrs
Median Age
13% above New Zealand avg
258.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Maungatapere vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Maungatapere is $25,620, which is 66% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,620 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $493, 66% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 93 business establishments.

Income: Maungatapere vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$25,620
66% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$25,620
Avg Weekly Wage$493

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)93

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Maungatapere is $208,000, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,040 (11% below the national average of $1,163). 84.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 403 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, 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

Homeownership84.0%
Owner-Occupied84.0%
Renter-Occupied16.0%
Housing Units403

Property Tax

Maungatapere enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 226 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 60.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 410 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 51°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.4°F
8% above New Zealand avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (11°C)
Sunny Days226 days/yr

Geography

Elevation410 ft (125 m)
Area258.5 sq mi (669.6 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-35.7500°N, 174.2000°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 60.8"
60% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.73"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.94"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

5 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 M4.5 116 km
Jun 20, 2011 116 km NE of Ngunguru, New Zealand M4.5 145 km
Mar 13, 2007 26 km NNW of Coromandel, New Zealand M4.0 138 km
Feb 21, 2007 31 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M3.8 116 km
Jul 1, 2011 5 km NNW of Tamaki, New Zealand M2.9 134 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Whangarei (6 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 6 km
Kaikohe-Bay of Islands Volcanic field 388 m (1,273 ft) 400 57 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 141 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.9 in Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in Warmest
March 64°F (18°C) 5.0 in
April 60°F (16°C) 5.4 in
May 56°F (13°C) 5.2 in
June 53°F (11°C) 6.7 in Wettest
July 51°F (11°C) 6.5 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 6.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
October 57°F (14°C) 4.3 in
November 60°F (15°C) 3.9 in
December 63°F (17°C) 4.1 in

Maungatapere has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 51°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 60.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.7") and January the driest (3.9").

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Schools in Maungatapere

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Maungakaramea School
Maungatapere School
Kokopu School
Porotī School
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Radio Stations near Maungatapere

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Big River FM community, music MP3 128 kbps
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 Maungatapere

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Claphams Clock Museum
Medical Museum
Old Library Arts Centre
Packard & Pioneer Museum
Waipu Museum
Whangarei Museum

Libraries in Maungatapere

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kamo Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Tikipunga Library0.0
Whangarei Library0.0

Cafes in Maungatapere

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Office Cafe

Zoos in Maungatapere

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Kamo Wildlife Sanctuary

Gas Stations in Maungatapere

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S.
Maungakaramaea G.A.S. Station

Golf Courses in Maungatapere

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sherwood Park Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Maungatapere

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Maungatapere

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kerikeri AirportKKEMedium Airport
Whangarei AirportWREMedium Airport
Ahu AirstripSmall Airport
Dargaville AerodromeDGRSmall Airport
Kahikatoa AirstripSmall Airport
Kaikohe AirportKKOSmall Airport
Kaipara Flats AirportSmall Airport
Koheroa AirstripSmall Airport
Mangamuka Bridge AirstripSmall Airport
Maromaku West AirstripSmall Airport
Maungaparenua AirstripSmall Airport
Ngatieke AirstripSmall Airport
Omaha Flats AirportSmall Airport
Omapere AirstripSmall Airport
Pouerua AirstripSmall Airport
Rangiahua AirstripSmall Airport
Remuera Settlement AirstripSmall Airport
Rotokoma AirstripSmall Airport
Ruapekapeka AirstripSmall Airport
Ruawai AerodromeSmall Airport
Springhill AirportSmall Airport
Tahere AirstripSmall Airport
Te Kene AirstripSmall Airport
Toots AirstripSmall Airport
Umawera AirstripSmall Airport
Waiaruhe AirstripSmall Airport
Waihou Valley AirstripSmall Airport
Waimaho AirstripSmall Airport
Waitotehoanga AirstripSmall Airport
Waro AirstripSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Maungatapere

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Maungatapere Community Church

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Waterfalls
1
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 Maungatapere

What is the population of Maungatapere?

Maungatapere has a population of 1,007 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 258.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 44.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Maungatapere expensive to live in?

The median household income is $25,620, 66% 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 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Maungatapere?

Maungatapere enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 226 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 60.8 inches.

How is the job market in Maungatapere?

The job market in Maungatapere is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $493. There are 93 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Maungatapere?

The median home value in Maungatapere is $208,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,040. The homeownership rate is 84.0%.

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