Sign In Register

Murupara, New Zealand

Bay of Plenty · New Zealand

Murupara is a small town in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand with a population of 1,876. Elevation: 659 ft (201 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
1,876 Population 222/sq mi density
659 ft Elevation 201 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
57.1 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$16,620 Median Income
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$16,620 median income, 20.6% unemployment
B
Affordability
3.1 / 5.0
$104,000 home value, $520/mo rent

Discover Murupara, New Zealand

Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.

Full City Profile

About Murupara

Murupara

Murupara is a town in the Whakatāne District and Bay of Plenty Region of New Zealand's North Island. The town is in an isolated part of the region between the Kaingaroa Forest and Te Urewera protected area, on the banks of the Rangitaiki River, 65 kilometres southeast of Rotorua. Indigenous Māori make up over 90% of the population.

People

Population1,876
Median Age32.8 yrs
Density222/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$16,620
Per Capita$16,620
Unemployment20.6%

Housing

B
Home Value$104,000
Rent$520
Ownership59.2%
Housing Units750

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
Rain57.1 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Population1,876
Population Density222 / sq mi
Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Coordinates-38.4667°, 176.7000°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceBay of Plenty
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation57.1 inches (1,451 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$16,620
Median Age32.8 years

About Murupara

Murupara is a small town in New Zealand (Bay of Plenty) with a population of 1,876. The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet (201 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 44°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Murupara has a population of 1,876 with a density of 222 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles. The median age is 32.8 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,876
Total Population
222
People / sq mi
32.8yrs
Median Age
16% below New Zealand avg
8.5mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Murupara vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Murupara is $16,620, which is 78% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $16,620 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $320, 78% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 20.6% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 173 business establishments.

Income: Murupara vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$16,620
78% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$16,620
Avg Weekly Wage$320

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment20.6%
472% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)173

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Murupara is $104,000, 63% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $520 (55% below the national average of $1,163). 59.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 750 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,000
63% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$520
55% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership59.2%
Owner-Occupied59.2%
Renter-Occupied40.8%
Housing Units750

Property Tax

Murupara experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.1 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 659 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 44°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below New Zealand avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average44°F (7°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation659 ft (201 m)
Area8.5 sq mi (21.9 km²)
Population Density222/sq mi
Coordinates-38.4667°N, 176.7000°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.1"
50% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 5.43"
Driest Month (Jan) 4.21"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,628 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Aug 10, 1993 42 km WNW of Gisborne, New Zealand M6.4 75 km
Dec 7, 2012 27 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M6.3 55 km
Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 88 km
Oct 25, 1999 24 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M6.2 82 km
May 18, 1999 54 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.8 127 km
May 16, 1992 25 km NNW of Gisborne, New Zealand M5.8 100 km
Apr 11, 1993 28 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.7 143 km
Aug 18, 1999 74 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.7 137 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 55 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 61 km
May 5, 2023 82 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 144 km
Oct 16, 2012 8 km NE of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 50 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 88 km
May 24, 2001 38 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand M5.5 122 km
Jul 5, 2011 29 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M5.5 86 km
Oct 15, 2001 21 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.5 138 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 133 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 66 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 46 km
Aug 8, 2000 51 km ESE of Turangi, New Zealand M5.3 93 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

6 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 1 101 km
2022 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m — 78 km
1956 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 0.9 m — 92 km
1895 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake — — 71 km
1846 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Unknown — — 101 km
1831 POVERTY BAY, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake — — 116 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Reporoa (33 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 33 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 42 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 54 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 72 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 113 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 120 km
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 133 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 138 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 4.2 in Warmest, Driest
February 63°F (17°C) 4.3 in
March 61°F (16°C) 5.1 in
April 55°F (13°C) 4.3 in
May 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in
June 45°F (7°C) 5.3 in
July 44°F (7°C) 5.0 in Coldest
August 46°F (8°C) 5.4 in Wettest
September 50°F (10°C) 5.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 4.4 in
November 57°F (14°C) 4.2 in
December 61°F (16°C) 5.2 in

Murupara has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in July to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 57.1 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.4") and January the driest (4.2").

View full weather details →

Schools in Murupara

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Te Kura Kaupapa Motuhake O Tawhiuau — — — —
Murupara Area School — — — —
Galatea School — — — —
View full schools details →

Radio Stations near Murupara

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Keep Laughing Forever Radio 80's, 90's MP3 128 kbps

Libraries in Murupara

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Service Centre and Library0.0

Cafes in Murupara

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Station Cafe

Gas Stations in Murupara

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S.
NZ #783846682

Golf Courses in Murupara

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Murupara Golf Course

Airports Near Murupara

9 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rotorua Regional AirportROTMedium Airport
Taupo AirportTUOMedium Airport
Wairoa AirportWIRMedium Airport
Whakatāne AirportWHKMedium Airport
Centennial Park Aerodrome—Small Airport
Galatea Airfield—Small Airport
Mount Tarawera Airport—Small Airport
Opotiki Airport—Small Airport
Rangitaiki Airfield—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Murupara

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Anglican Church
Murupara Seventh-Day Adventist Fellowship
Sacred Heart Parish
Seventh Day Adventist Centre
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Explore Near Murupara

Waterfalls
3
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
View all →

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

Download Full City Report

Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Murupara.

Get Report

Frequently Asked Questions About Murupara

What is the population of Murupara?

Murupara has a population of 1,876 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 222 people per square mile, spread across 8.5 square miles. The median age of residents is 32.8 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Murupara expensive to live in?

The median household income is $16,620, 78% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $104,000 (63% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $520 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Murupara?

Murupara has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 44°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.1 inches.

How is the job market in Murupara?

The job market in Murupara faces challenges, with unemployment at 20.6% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $320. There are 173 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Murupara?

The median home value in Murupara is $104,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $520. The homeownership rate is 59.2%.

Nearby Cities

Kawerau, E8 7,670 pop · 25.3 mi Ohinemutu, E8 1,260 pop · 31.5 mi Taneatua, E8 1,497 pop · 32.5 mi Rotorua, E8 65,901 pop · 33.5 mi Utuhina, E8 1,620 pop · 33.8 mi Awakeri, E8 2,289 pop · 34.0 mi Edgecumbe, E8 1,900 pop · 34.2 mi Taupo, G1 26,600 pop · 36.5 mi Ngongotaha, E8 5,240 pop · 37.9 mi Hamurana, E8 1,130 pop · 38.1 mi Whakatane, E8 18,602 pop · 38.4 mi Ohope Beach, E8 3,250 pop · 39.6 mi Acacia Bay, G1 1,870 pop · 39.7 mi Kaharoa, E8 1,617 pop · 41.2 mi
Compare Murupara with another city: