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Morrinsville, New Zealand

Waikato Region · New Zealand

Morrinsville is a small city in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 9,710. Elevation: 144 ft (44 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
9,710 Population 13/sq mi density
144 ft Elevation 44 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
70.1 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$26,520 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$26,520 median income, 3.1% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$218,400 home value, $1,092/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population9,710
Median Age37.9 yrs
Density13/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$26,520
Per Capita$26,520
Unemployment3.1%

Housing

C
Home Value$218,400
Rent$1,092
Ownership84.9%
Housing Units3,884

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain70.1 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Population9,710
Population Density13 / sq mi
Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Coordinates-37.6482°, 175.5202°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceWaikato Region
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation70.1 inches (1,781 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$26,520
Median Age37.9 years

About Morrinsville

Morrinsville is a small city in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 9,710. The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet (44 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Morrinsville has a population of 9,710 with a density of 13 people per square mile, spread across 763.7 square miles. The median age is 37.9 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,710
Total Population
13
People / sq mi
37.9yrs
Median Age
3% below New Zealand avg
763.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Morrinsville vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Morrinsville is $26,520, which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,520 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $510, 64% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 893 business establishments.

Income: Morrinsville vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$26,520
65% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$26,520
Avg Weekly Wage$510

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)893

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Morrinsville is $218,400, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,092 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 84.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,884 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,400
23% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,092
6% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership84.9%
Owner-Occupied84.9%
Renter-Occupied15.1%
Housing Units3,884

Property Tax

Morrinsville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 51°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 281 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 70.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 144 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 51°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above New Zealand avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average51°F (10°C)
Sunny Days281 days/yr

Geography

Elevation144 ft (44 m)
Area763.7 sq mi (1,978.0 km²)
Population Density13/sq mi
Coordinates-37.6482°N, 175.5202°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.1"
85% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.04"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.19"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,109 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Dec 7, 2012 27 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M6.3 99 km
Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 118 km
Oct 25, 1999 24 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M6.2 119 km
May 18, 1999 54 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.8 116 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 95 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 104 km
Oct 16, 2012 8 km NE of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 124 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 128 km
May 24, 2001 38 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand M5.5 136 km
Jul 5, 2011 29 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M5.5 116 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 117 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 115 km
Aug 17, 2002 13 km W of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.3 108 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 107 km
Apr 8, 2006 20 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.3 91 km
Oct 26, 2011 15 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand M5.2 143 km
Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 37 km
Jun 12, 2008 45 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.2 139 km
Mar 31, 1994 34 km NE of Murupara, New Zealand M5.2 150 km
Sep 8, 2002 25 km N of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.1 118 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 1 147 km
2022 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m — 134 km
1956 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 0.9 m — 141 km
1895 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake — — 135 km
1846 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Unknown — — 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mayor Island (76 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 76 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 99 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 101 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 101 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 111 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 137 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 147 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 168 km
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 182 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.2 in Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in Warmest
March 64°F (18°C) 4.1 in
April 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
June 49°F (10°C) 4.6 in Coldest
July 51°F (10°C) 5.0 in Wettest
August 50°F (10°C) 4.8 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.5 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.6 in
November 60°F (15°C) 3.5 in
December 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in

Morrinsville has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 49°F in June to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 49.1 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.0") and January the driest (3.2").

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Schools in Morrinsville

8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
David Street School — — — —
Morrinsville School — — — —
Morrinsville College — — — —
Morrinsville Intermediate School — — — —
Saint Joseph's School — — — —
Tauhei Combined School — — — —
Motumaoho School — — — —
Kiwitahi School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Morrinsville

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Rush FM fringe, music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Robotic alternative, indie AAC
Free FM 89 Hamilton community, entertainment UNKNOWN
RadiJohan decades, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
Radio Te Aroha 88FM community, oldies MP3 128 kbps
The Rhythm 89FM alternative, local AAC

Museums in Morrinsville

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Cambridge Museum
Morrinsville Museum
Te Aroha District Museum
Te Rahui Center
Waikato Museum

Libraries in Morrinsville

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cambridge Toy Library0.0
Campus Library0.0
Central Library0.0
Chartwell Library0.0
Education Library, University of Waikato0.0
Glenview LIbrary0.0
Hillcrest Library0.0
Morrinsville Library0.0
Te Aroha Library0.0
Waipa District Libraries - Cambridge0.0

Farmers Markets in Morrinsville

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Made Hamilton

Hotels in Morrinsville

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Nottingham Castle

Restaurants in Morrinsville

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Curry Delight restaurant
Village Kitchen

Cafes in Morrinsville

5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Burmesters Cafe and Bakery
Cafe
Crazee Cow Cafe
Ronnies Cafe and Bakery
The Bakehouse Cafe

Dentists in Morrinsville

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Family Dental Centre
NZ #694157295

Veterinaries in Morrinsville

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Morrinsville Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Morrinsville

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP
Caltex
Gull
Mobil Morrinsville
Waitomo
Z

Banks in Morrinsville

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ASB Bank
Bank of New Zealand
Westpac

Golf Courses in Morrinsville

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Morrinsville Golf Club
Tahuna Golf Club

Breweries in Morrinsville

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bootleg Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Morrinsville

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Morrinsville

18 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Auckland International AirportAKLLarge Airport
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
Hamilton International AirportHLZMedium Airport
Tauranga AirportTRGMedium Airport
Drury Airfield—Small Airport
Kelly Field—Small Airport
Matakana Island Airport—Small Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Mercer1 PDZ Airport—Small Airport
Pauanui Aerodrome—Small Airport
Raglan AerodromeRAGSmall Airport
Te Aroha Airfield—Small Airport
Te Kowhai Airfield—Small Airport
Te Kuiti Aerodrome—Small Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Tokoroa AirfieldTKZSmall Airport
Waihi Beach Airport—Small Airport
Wharepapa South Airport—Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Morrinsville

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Older Persons and Rehabilitation Building

Churches & Religious Organizations in Morrinsville

11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Kingdom Hall of Jehovas Witnesses
Knox Presbyterian Church
Morrinsville Assembly of God
Morrinsville Assembly of God
Morrinsville Baptist Church
Morrinsville Bible Church
Morrinsville Masonic Centre
Morrinsville Methodist Church
Saint Joseph's Parish
Saint Matthews Anglican
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

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 Morrinsville

What is the population of Morrinsville?

Morrinsville has a population of 9,710 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 763.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.9 years.

Is Morrinsville expensive to live in?

The median household income is $26,520, 65% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $218,400 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,092 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Morrinsville?

Morrinsville enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 281 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches.

How is the job market in Morrinsville?

Morrinsville has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $510. There are 893 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Morrinsville?

The median home value in Morrinsville is $218,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,092. The homeownership rate is 84.9%.

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