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Paeroa, New Zealand

Waikato Region · New Zealand

Paeroa is a small town in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 3,994. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
3,994 Population 5/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
70.1 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$17,580 Median Income
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Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$17,580 median income, 6.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$182,000 home value, $910/mo rent

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About Paeroa

Paeroa is a town in the Hauraki District of the Waikato Region in the North Island of New Zealand. Located at the base of the Coromandel Peninsula, it is close to the junction of the Waihou River and Ohinemuri River, and is approximately 20 kilometres south of the Firth of Thames.

People

Population3,994
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$17,580
Per Capita$17,580
Unemployment6.3%

Housing

F
Home Value$182,000
Rent$910
Ownership72.3%
Housing Units1,598

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain70.1 in/yr
Sunny Days281/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population3,994
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-37.3667°, 175.6667°
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$17,580
Median Age51.5 years

About Paeroa

Paeroa is a small town in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 3,994. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 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.

Paeroa has a population of 3,994 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 763.7 square miles. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

3,994
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above New Zealand avg
763.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Paeroa vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Paeroa 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 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 367 business establishments.

Income: Paeroa 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

Unemployment6.3%
75% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)367

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Paeroa is $182,000, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below the national average of $1,163). 72.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 1,598 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$182,000
35% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$910
22% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership72.3%
Owner-Occupied72.3%
Renter-Occupied27.7%
Housing Units1,598

Property Tax

Paeroa 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 30 feet, near sea level.

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

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area763.7 sq mi (1,978.0 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-37.3667°N, 175.6667°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.1"
85% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 7.05"
Driest Month (Jan) 4.49"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,110 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 M6.3 123 km
Oct 25, 1999 24 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M6.2 149 km
Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 111 km
May 18, 1999 54 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.8 150 km
Aug 18, 1999 74 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.7 147 km
Mar 22, 1990 115 km NE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.6 145 km
May 5, 2023 82 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 140 km
Oct 16, 2012 8 km NE of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 148 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 121 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 130 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 102 km
Jul 5, 2011 29 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M5.5 146 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 97 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 115 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 114 km
Apr 8, 2006 20 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.3 115 km
Aug 17, 2002 13 km W of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.3 112 km
Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 41 km
Jun 12, 2008 45 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.2 127 km
Mar 21, 2009 North Island of New Zealand M5.1 113 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mayor Island (53 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 53 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 88 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 111 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 123 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 131 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 135 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 164 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 4.5 in Warmest, Driest
February 65°F (18°C) 4.8 in
March 62°F (17°C) 6.3 in
April 57°F (14°C) 5.4 in
May 52°F (11°C) 5.6 in
June 48°F (9°C) 6.5 in Coldest
July 51°F (10°C) 6.9 in
August 49°F (9°C) 7.1 in Wettest
September 51°F (11°C) 6.9 in
October 55°F (13°C) 5.3 in
November 58°F (14°C) 4.5 in
December 61°F (16°C) 5.6 in

Paeroa has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 48°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 69.3 inches, with August being the wettest month (7.1") and January the driest (4.5").

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Schools in Paeroa

10 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Miller Avenue School
Paeroa College
Paeroa Central School
Netherton School
Saint Joseph's Catholic School
Hikutaia School
Tirohia School
Karangahake School
Goldfields School
Paeroa Christian School
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Radio Stations near Paeroa

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Gaia FM (New Zealand) celtic, easy listening AAC+ 128 kbps
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 Paeroa

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Heritage museum
Te Aroha District Museum
Thames Historical Museum
Thames School of Mines Museum
Tramway Museum
Whangamata War Memorial Hall

Libraries in Paeroa

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Former Katikati Library0.0
Library0.0
Public Library0.0
Te Aroha Library0.0
Thames Library0.0
Waihi Library0.0
Waihi Public Library0.0

Hotels in Paeroa

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Paeroa Hotel

Restaurants in Paeroa

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

One3One
Sawasdee Thai restaurant

Cafes in Paeroa

9 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Big Cafe and Bakery
Coachmans Cafe
Courtyard Cafe
Jokers Cafe
L&P Café
Talisman Cafe
The Bakehouse cafe & roast
The Convenient Cow
The ERonnie Bakery and Cafe

Theatres in Paeroa

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Paeroa Little Theatre

Veterinaries in Paeroa

3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Anexa FVC Vet
Hauraki Vets
Paeroa Veterinary Services

Gas Stations in Paeroa

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
G.A.S.
Gull Paeroa
Z

Banks in Paeroa

2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
Bank of New Zealand

Golf Courses in Paeroa

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Paeroa Golf Club

Airports Near Paeroa

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
Hamilton International AirportHLZMedium Airport
Rotorua Regional AirportROTMedium Airport
Tauranga AirportTRGMedium Airport
Coromandel AirportCMVSmall Airport
Drury AirfieldSmall Airport
Kelly FieldSmall Airport
Matakana Island AirportSmall Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Mercer1 PDZ AirportSmall Airport
Pauanui AerodromeSmall Airport
Te Aroha AirfieldSmall Airport
Te Kowhai AirfieldSmall Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport
Waihi Beach AirportSmall Airport
Whitianga AirportWTZSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Paeroa

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Paeroa Baptist Church
Paeroa Cooperating Parish
Paeroa Elim Church / Paeroa Elim Christian Centre
Saint Marys Catholic Church / St Mary's Parish
Saint Pauls 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 Paeroa

What is the population of Paeroa?

Paeroa has a population of 3,994 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 763.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Paeroa expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,580, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $182,000 (35% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $910 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Paeroa?

Paeroa 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 Paeroa?

The unemployment rate in Paeroa is 6.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $338. There are 367 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Paeroa?

The median home value in Paeroa is $182,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $910. The homeownership rate is 72.3%.

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