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Outram, New Zealand

Otago · New Zealand

Outram is a small town in Otago, New Zealand with a population of 774. Elevation: 33 ft (10 m). Average temperature: 51°F (10°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
774 Population 4/sq mi density
33 ft Elevation 10 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 10°C
27.5 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$48,800 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 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
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$249,600 home value, $1,248/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population774
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,600
Rent$1,248
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units310

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
Rain27.5 in/yr
Sunny Days286/yr
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Population774
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Coordinates-45.8667°, 170.2333°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceOtago
Average Temperature51°F (10°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation27.5 inches (698 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$48,800
Median Age37.2 years

About Outram

Outram is a small town in New Zealand (Otago) with a population of 774. The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet (10 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 42°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 27.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Outram has a population of 774 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 221.7 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

774
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg
221.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Outram vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Outram 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 71 business establishments.

Income: Outram 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)71

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Outram is $249,600, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,248 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 310 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,600
11% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,248
7% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units310

Property Tax

Outram experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 42°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 27.5 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 33 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 42°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below New Zealand avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average42°F (5°C)
Sunny Days286 days/yr

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area221.7 sq mi (574.3 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-45.8667°N, 170.2333°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 27.5"
28% below New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 2.83"
Driest Month (Aug) 1.73"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 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 M4.8 101 km
Oct 12, 2000 15 km N of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.5 83 km
Feb 11, 2004 68 km WSW of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.5 70 km
Jun 1, 2015 33 km WNW of Dunedin, New Zealand M4.3 17 km
May 21, 1999 62 km ENE of Wanaka, New Zealand M4.3 145 km
Feb 6, 2011 19 km NNW of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.1 86 km
Jul 1, 2017 6 km NE of Cromwell, New Zealand M4.1 123 km
Oct 21, 2000 36 km ESE of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.0 110 km
Mar 29, 2002 15 km S of Queenstown, New Zealand M4.0 143 km
May 3, 1994 24 km S of Dunedin, New Zealand M3.8 31 km
Jun 30, 2003 64 km SSE of Cromwell, New Zealand M3.8 61 km
May 10, 2004 16 km WNW of Papatowai, New Zealand M3.7 104 km
Feb 24, 2006 45 km NE of Portobello, New Zealand M3.7 71 km
Jul 25, 2022 3 km ESE of Cromwell, New Zealand M3.3 119 km
Jul 17, 2022 4 km SE of Cromwell, New Zealand M2.9 118 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 120 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
February 59°F (15°C) 2.1 in
March 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
April 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in
May 47°F (8°C) 2.5 in
June 43°F (6°C) 2.3 in
July 42°F (5°C) 1.9 in Coldest
August 44°F (7°C) 1.7 in Driest
September 48°F (9°C) 1.9 in
October 51°F (10°C) 2.5 in
November 54°F (12°C) 2.3 in
December 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in Wettest

Outram has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 42°F in July to 59°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 27.5 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.8") and August the driest (1.7").

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Schools in Outram

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Outram School
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Radio Stations near Outram

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 Outram

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Taieri Historical Park
Whale Fossil

Libraries in Outram

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
L Block0.0
Mosgiel Library0.0

Hotels in Outram

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Outram Hotel

Train Stations in Outram

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Puketerangi

Gas Stations in Outram

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S.

Airports Near Outram

3 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Dunedin International AirportDUDMedium Airport
Balclutha AerodromeSmall Airport
Taieri AerodromeSmall 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 Outram

What is the population of Outram?

Outram has a population of 774 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 221.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.

Is Outram expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,800, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,600 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,248 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Outram?

Outram has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 42°F in July. The area receives 286 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 27.5 inches.

How is the job market in Outram?

The unemployment rate in Outram 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 71 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Outram?

The median home value in Outram is $249,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,248. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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