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Onekawa, New Zealand
Hawke's Bay Region · New Zealand
Onekawa is a small city in Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand with a population of 7,290. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Onekawa
Onekawa is a suburb of the city of Napier, in the Hawke's Bay Region of the eastern North Island of New Zealand. Development of the suburb began in the late 1940s, after the land was acquired from the Harbour Board.
People
Economy
C+Housing
FClimate
| Population | 7,290 |
| Population Density | 222 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Coordinates | -39.5091°, 176.8896° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Hawke's Bay Region |
| Average Temperature | 59°F (15°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 53.8 inches (1,367 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.1 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,840 |
| Median Age | 38.5 years |
About Onekawa
Onekawa is a small city in New Zealand (Hawke's Bay Region) with a population of 7,290. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 51°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Onekawa vs New Zealand Average
Income: Onekawa vs New Zealand
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $24,840 |
| 67% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,840 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $478 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.3% |
| 19% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 671 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $260,000 |
| 8% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,300 |
| 12% above New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 72.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 72.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.0% |
| Housing Units | 2,916 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 58.5°F |
| 8% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 51°F (11°C) |
| Sunny Days | 282 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 13 ft (4 m) |
| Area | 32.9 sq mi (85.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 222/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -39.5091°N, 176.8896°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
7 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1931 | N. NEW ZEALAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 15.0 m | 261 | 80 km |
| 1910 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Meteorological | 1.5 m | 1 | 117 km |
| 2022 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | - | 115 km |
| 1956 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | - | 116 km |
| 1895 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | - | - | 110 km |
| 1846 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Unknown | - | - | 117 km |
| 1831 | POVERTY BAY, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | - | - | 131 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
6 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Taupo (108 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 108 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 115 km |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 116 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 130 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 140 km |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 158 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 2.5 in | |
| February | 66°F (19°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| March | 63°F (17°C) | 3.5 in | |
| April | 58°F (14°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 53°F (12°C) | 2.6 in | |
| June | 49°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| July | 51°F (11°C) | 3.8 in | |
| August | 49°F (10°C) | 3.5 in | |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 3.0 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 2.3 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 2.0 in | Driest |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 3.5 in |
Onekawa has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 49°F in June to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 36.9 inches, with June being the wettest month (3.9") and November the driest (2.0").
Schools in Onekawa
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tamatea High School | - | - | - | - |
| Porritt School | - | - | - | - |
| Tamatea Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Tamatea School | - | - | - | - |
| Henry Hill School | - | - | - | - |
| Onekawa School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Ara Hou | - | - | - | - |
| William Colenso College | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Onekawa
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Radio Control 99.4FM | kiwi, maori culture | AAC 160 kbps |
Museums in Onekawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faraday Museum of Technology | ||||
| Gypsy Rose Tea Museum | ||||
| MTG | ||||
| Old Customs House |
Libraries in Onekawa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Flaxmere Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hastings District Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Haumoana Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Havelock North Library and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Napier Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Taradale Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Onekawa
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Onekawa
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Onekawa
4 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Onekawa
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Onekawa
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Onekawa
4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Onekawa
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Onekawa
5 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Onekawa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brave Brewing Co. | ||||
| Zeelandt Brewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Onekawa
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Onekawa
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hawke's Bay Airport | NPE | Medium Airport |
| Wairoa Airport | WIR | Medium Airport |
| Hastings Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Kowhai Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Rangitaiki Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Waipukurau Airport | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Onekawa
2 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Kahukura | ||
| Proactive Taradale |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Onekawa
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| City Assembly of God | |
| Engage Church | |
| Equippers Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovahs Witnesses | |
| Living Waters Wesleyan Church | |
| Tamatea Community Church |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Onekawa?
Onekawa has a population of 7,290 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 222 people per square mile, spread across 32.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.5 years.
Is Onekawa expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,840, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $260,000 (8% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,300 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.5x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Onekawa?
Onekawa enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 51°F in July. The area receives 282 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 53.8 inches.
How is the job market in Onekawa?
Onekawa has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.3%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $478. There are 671 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Onekawa?
The median home value in Onekawa is $260,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,300. The homeownership rate is 72.0%.