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Monaco, New Zealand

Nelson Region · New Zealand

Monaco is a small town in Nelson Region, New Zealand with a population of 2,460. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,460 Population 8/sq mi density
36 ft Elevation 11 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
59.6 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$48,800 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 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
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$208,000 home value, $1,040/mo rent

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About Monaco

Monaco

Monaco is a small suburb of Nelson, New Zealand, west of town centre of Stoke. It lies on a narrow peninsula which extends into Tasman Bay / Te Tai-o-Aorere immediately to the south of Nelson Airport, southwest of central Nelson.

People

Population2,460
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density8/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

A
Home Value$208,000
Rent$1,040
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units984

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain59.6 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Population2,460
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Coordinates-41.2983°, 173.2102°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceNelson Region
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation59.6 inches (1,514 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.5 inches (9 cm)
Median Household Income$48,800
Median Age37.2 years

About Monaco

Monaco is a small town in New Zealand (Nelson Region) with a population of 2,460. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.6 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Monaco has a population of 2,460 with a density of 8 people per square mile, spread across 326.8 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,460
Total Population
8
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg
326.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Monaco vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Monaco 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 226 business establishments.

Income: Monaco vs New Zealand

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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)226

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Monaco is $208,000, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,040 (11% below the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 984 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

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

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units984

Property Tax

Monaco experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 286 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 59.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.5 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

60°F Jan (15°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below New Zealand avg
January Average60°F (15°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation36 ft (11 m)
Area326.8 sq mi (846.5 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates-41.2983°N, 173.2102°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 59.6"
57% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 3.5"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.67"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.68"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,022 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 30, 2025.

Jul 21, 2013 38 km ESE of Blenheim, New Zealand M6.5 104 km
Aug 16, 2013 29 km SE of Blenheim, New Zealand M6.5 92 km
Jul 3, 2012 63 km S of Opunake, New Zealand M6.3 149 km
Apr 24, 2015 73 km S of Wakefield, New Zealand M6.1 86 km
May 27, 1992 21 km WSW of Blenheim, New Zealand M6.0 56 km
Feb 10, 1990 90 km N of Amberley, New Zealand M6.0 121 km
Jan 28, 1991 29 km SSE of Westport, New Zealand M5.9 148 km
Jul 20, 2013 38 km ESE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.9 105 km
Aug 16, 2013 30 km ESE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.9 97 km
Aug 16, 2013 26 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.9 86 km
Mar 22, 1995 27 km N of Picton, New Zealand M5.8 74 km
Feb 10, 1990 90 km N of Amberley, New Zealand M5.7 127 km
Jan 28, 1991 27 km SSE of Westport, New Zealand M5.7 147 km
Feb 15, 2023 55 km NW of Raumati Beach, New Zealand M5.7 139 km
Oct 4, 1990 25 km SE of Brooklyn, New Zealand M5.6 147 km
Jul 18, 2013 38 km E of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.5 104 km
Aug 16, 2013 30 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.5 92 km
Aug 16, 2013 25 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.4 88 km
Mar 13, 2005 83 km SSW of Opunake, New Zealand M5.4 128 km
Jul 15, 2009 83 km SSW of Opunake, New Zealand M5.4 129 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.0 m (36 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 NORTHERN ISLAND Earthquake 11.0 m 150 km
1868 NEW ZEALAND Earthquake 3.0 m 123 km
2013 WELLINGTON Earthquake 0.1 m 92 km
2013 COOK STRAIT Earthquake 0.1 m 104 km
1855 WHARANUI Earthquake 101 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 60°F (15°C) 3.9 in
February 62°F (17°C) 2.7 in Warmest, Driest
March 60°F (16°C) 4.0 in
April 55°F (13°C) 4.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 4.4 in
June 46°F (8°C) 4.3 in
July 44°F (7°C) 5.0 in Coldest
August 46°F (8°C) 5.7 in Wettest
September 49°F (10°C) 4.3 in
October 53°F (12°C) 5.1 in
November 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
December 60°F (15°C) 4.0 in

Monaco has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 44°F in July to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 52.5 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.7") and February the driest (2.7").

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Radio Stations near Monaco

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Brian FM 105.6 Nelson NZ AAC 128 kbps
BeachFM 106.3 00s, 60s MP3 192 kbps

Museums in Monaco

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Founders Heritage Park
Maritime museum
Motueka Museum
Nelson Classic Car Museum
Nelson Provincial Museum
Port Museum

Libraries in Monaco

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Elma Turner Library0.0
Mapua Community Library0.0
Mapua Library0.0
Motueka Library0.0
Nightingale Library Tāhunanui0.0
Richmond Library0.0
Stoke Library0.0
Wakefield Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Monaco

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Nelson Farmers Market
The Nelson Market

Hotels in Monaco

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Grand Mercure

Cafes in Monaco

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Sublime Coffee
Wayfarer Cafe

Golf Courses in Monaco

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Greenacres

Breweries in Monaco

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Two Thumbs Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Monaco

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Monaco

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Rainbow Ski Area 0.0 $0

Airports Near Monaco

7 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Nelson AirportNSNMedium Airport
Woodbourne AirportBHEMedium Airport
Lake Station AirportSmall Airport
Motueka AirportMZPSmall Airport
Omaka Blenheim AirportSmall Airport
Picton AerodromePCNSmall Airport
Takaka AirportKTFSmall 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 Monaco

What is the population of Monaco?

Monaco has a population of 2,460 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 326.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.

Is Monaco expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,800, 35% 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 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Monaco?

Monaco has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 59.6 inches, with 3.5 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Monaco?

The unemployment rate in Monaco 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 226 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Monaco?

The median home value in Monaco is $208,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,040. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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