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North East Valley, New Zealand

Otago · New Zealand

North East Valley is a small city in Otago, New Zealand with a population of 9,830. Elevation: 200 ft (61 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).

Data updated June 2026

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
9,830 Population 44/sq mi density
200 ft Elevation 61 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 12°C
34.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$17,580 Median Income
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$17,580 median income, 7.5% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$208,000 home value, $1,040/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population9,830
Median Age35.0 yrs
Density44/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$17,580
Per Capita$17,580
Unemployment7.5%

Housing

F
Home Value$208,000
Rent$1,040
Ownership60.9%
Housing Units3,932

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Sunny Days283/yr
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Population9,830
Population Density44 / sq mi
Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates-45.8500°, 170.5333°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceOtago
Average Temperature53°F (12°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation34.8 inches (884 mm)
Annual Snowfall1.1 inches (3 cm)
Median Household Income$17,580
Median Age35.0 years

About North East Valley

North East Valley is a small city in New Zealand (Otago) with a population of 9,830. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet (61 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

North East Valley has a population of 9,830 with a density of 44 people per square mile, spread across 221.7 square miles. The median age is 35.0 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,830
Total Population
44
People / sq mi
35.0yrs
Median Age
10% below New Zealand avg
221.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

North East Valley vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in North East Valley is $17,580, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,580 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $338, 76% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 7.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 904 business establishments.

Income: North East Valley vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$17,580
77% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$17,580
Avg Weekly Wage$338

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.5%
108% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)904

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in North East Valley is $208,000, 26% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,040 (11% below the national average of $1,163). 60.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 3,932 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.8x, 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

Homeownership60.9%
Owner-Occupied60.9%
Renter-Occupied39.1%
Housing Units3,932

Property Tax

North East Valley experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 34.8 inches. The area receives 1.1 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below New Zealand avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days283 days/yr

Geography

Elevation200 ft (61 m)
Area221.7 sq mi (574.3 km²)
Population Density44/sq mi
Coordinates-45.8500°N, 170.5333°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 34.8"
8% below New Zealand avg
Snowfall 1.1"
Wettest Month (May) 3.39"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.24"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

14 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M3.3 on Jul 25, 2022.

Feb 8, 1998 42 km WNW of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.8 98 km
Oct 12, 2000 15 km N of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.5 101 km
Feb 11, 2004 68 km WSW of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.5 75 km
Jun 1, 2015 33 km WNW of Dunedin, New Zealand M4.3 34 km
May 21, 1999 62 km ENE of Wanaka, New Zealand M4.3 149 km
Feb 6, 2011 19 km NNW of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.1 106 km
Jul 1, 2017 6 km NE of Cromwell, New Zealand M4.1 137 km
Oct 21, 2000 36 km ESE of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.0 91 km
May 3, 1994 24 km S of Dunedin, New Zealand M3.8 28 km
Jun 30, 2003 64 km SSE of Cromwell, New Zealand M3.8 80 km
May 10, 2004 16 km WNW of Papatowai, New Zealand M3.7 123 km
Feb 24, 2006 45 km NE of Portobello, New Zealand M3.7 51 km
Jul 25, 2022 3 km ESE of Cromwell, New Zealand M3.3 134 km
Jul 17, 2022 4 km SE of Cromwell, New Zealand M2.9 133 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

1 tsunami recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1839 WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND Unknown 139 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 2.6 in Warmest
February 58°F (15°C) 2.2 in Driest
March 56°F (13°C) 3.3 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.6 in
May 47°F (8°C) 3.4 in Wettest
June 44°F (6°C) 2.9 in Coldest
July 45°F (7°C) 3.3 in
August 44°F (7°C) 2.6 in
September 47°F (8°C) 2.3 in
October 50°F (10°C) 2.6 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.5 in
December 56°F (13°C) 3.1 in

North East Valley has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 44°F in June to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 33.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (3.4") and February the driest (2.2").

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Schools in North East Valley

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
North East Valley Normal School
Logan Park High School
Ōpoho School
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Radio Stations near North East Valley

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Radio One 91FM community radio, disco MP3 128 kbps
Kiwi Folk Radio folk, local MP3 128 kbps

Museums in North East Valley

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Dunedin Gasworks Museum
Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery
Dunedin Public Art Gallery & Museum
Fort Taiaroa
Geology Museum
New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame
Olveston Historic Home
Otago Museum
Port Chalmers Maritime Museum
The Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery
Toitū Otago Settlers Museum

Libraries in North East Valley

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Archives New Zealand0.0
Black Star Books0.0
Blueskin Bay Library0.0
Dunedin Public Library0.0
Hocken Collections0.0
L Block0.0
Mosgiel Library0.0
Northcroft Library and Study Centre0.0
South Dunedin Community Library0.0
University of Otago Library0.0

Farmers Markets in North East Valley

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Otago Farmer's Market

Restaurants in North East Valley

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hana

Breweries in North East Valley

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Steamer Basin

Stadiums & Teams in North East Valley

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near North East Valley

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dunedin International AirportDUDMedium Airport
Taieri AerodromeSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in North East Valley

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
North East Valley Baptist Church
Opoho Presbyterian Church
St Martins

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 North East Valley

What is the population of North East Valley?

North East Valley has a population of 9,830 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 44 people per square mile, spread across 221.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is North East Valley expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,580, 77% 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 11.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in North East Valley?

North East Valley has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.8 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.

How is the job market in North East Valley?

The unemployment rate in North East Valley is 7.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $338. There are 904 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in North East Valley?

The median home value in North East Valley is $208,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,040. The homeownership rate is 60.9%.

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