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Pokeno, New Zealand

Waikato Region · New Zealand

Pokeno is a small city in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 5,060. Elevation: 92 ft (28 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
5,060 Population 2/sq mi density
92 ft Elevation 28 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
78.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$33,960 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$33,960 median income, 4.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$338,000 home value, $1,690/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population5,060
Median Age35.1 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$33,960
Per Capita$33,960
Unemployment4.2%

Housing

F
Home Value$338,000
Rent$1,690
Ownership77.2%
Housing Units2,024

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain78.8 in/yr
Sunny Days287/yr
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Population5,060
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Coordinates-37.2450°, 175.0205°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceWaikato Region
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation78.8 inches (2,001 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$33,960
Median Age35.1 years

About Pokeno

Pokeno is a small city in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 5,060. The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet (28 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 78.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Pokeno has a population of 5,060 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,173.0 square miles. The median age is 35.1 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

5,060
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
35.1yrs
Median Age
10% below New Zealand avg
2,173.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Pokeno vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Pokeno is $33,960, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $33,960 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $653, 54% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 466 business establishments.

Income: Pokeno vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$33,960
55% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$33,960
Avg Weekly Wage$653

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)466

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Pokeno is $338,000, 20% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,690 (45% above the national average of $1,163). 77.2% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,024 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$338,000
20% above New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,690
45% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership77.2%
Owner-Occupied77.2%
Renter-Occupied22.8%
Housing Units2,024

Property Tax

Climate in Pokeno

Pokeno has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.2°C), the coldest is Jul (12°C). Average annual precipitation is 1133 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 19.6°C / 67°F 15.4° / 23.7° 55.5
Feb 20.2°C / 68°F 16.1° / 24.4° 61.1
Mar 18.8°C / 66°F 14.6° / 23° 82.5
Apr 16.8°C / 62°F 12.9° / 20.8° 81.6
May 14.9°C / 59°F 11.4° / 18.4° 129.0
Jun 12.7°C / 55°F 9.3° / 16.1° 122.7
Jul 12°C / 54°F 8.5° / 15.4° 129.0
Aug 12°C / 54°F 8.6° / 15.5° 118.7
Sep 13.3°C / 56°F 9.6° / 17° 114.1
Oct 14.6°C / 58°F 11.1° / 18° 84.8
Nov 16°C / 61°F 12.3° / 19.6° 68.0
Dec 18.1°C / 65°F 14.4° / 21.8° 86.0
Pokeno enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 287 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 78.8 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 92 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above New Zealand avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days287 days/yr

Geography

Elevation92 ft (28 m)
Area2,173.0 sq mi (5,628.0 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-37.2450°N, 175.0205°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 78.8"
107% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.55"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.50"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

391 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M4.4 on Jun 12, 2025.

Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 94 km
Feb 4, 2020 15 km ENE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.1 149 km
Jan 2, 1993 17 km N of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.0 134 km
Jul 2, 2021 7 km N of Maketu, New Zealand M5.0 135 km
Aug 1, 2021 11 km S of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.0 143 km
Mar 20, 2011 30 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.0 141 km
Jan 3, 2023 North Island of New Zealand M5.0 77 km
Sep 23, 2015 17 km SW of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.0 150 km
Jan 18, 2011 5 km WNW of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.0 141 km
Jul 11, 1990 29 km ENE of Whangamata, New Zealand M4.9 104 km
Oct 15, 2012 13 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M4.9 146 km
Jul 11, 1993 34 km NE of Tauranga, New Zealand M4.9 124 km
Feb 6, 2006 22 km WNW of Rotorua, New Zealand M4.9 126 km
Jun 5, 2024 10 km E of Tokoroa, New Zealand M4.9 139 km
Jun 30, 1993 45 km ENE of Waihi Beach, New Zealand M4.9 124 km
Jul 7, 2006 12 km SW of Rotorua, New Zealand M4.8 145 km
Aug 5, 2011 5 km SSW of Tokoroa, New Zealand M4.8 135 km
Jun 26, 2002 15 km SE of Matamata, New Zealand M4.8 107 km
Jul 6, 2010 5 km W of Katikati, New Zealand M4.8 81 km
Feb 18, 2024 12 km SW of Maketu, New Zealand M4.8 137 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Auckland Volcanic Field (41 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 41 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 109 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 160 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 163 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 174 km
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 179 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 193 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 195 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Driest
February 66°F (19°C) 3.7 in Warmest
March 64°F (18°C) 4.3 in
April 59°F (15°C) 4.3 in
May 54°F (12°C) 4.8 in
June 50°F (10°C) 5.4 in Coldest
July 52°F (11°C) 5.6 in Wettest
August 51°F (10°C) 5.1 in
September 53°F (12°C) 4.9 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.2 in
November 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in
December 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in

Pokeno has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 50°F in June to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 54.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.6") and January the driest (3.5").

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Schools in Pokeno

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Meremere School - - - -
Pokeno School - - - -
Mercer School - - - -
Mangatawhiri School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Pokeno

50 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The Sound classic rock AAC 130 kbps
Channel X - AAC 130 kbps
The Hits contemporary hits AAC+ 64 kbps
Mai FM rnb AAC 129 kbps
RNZ National MP3 features, national affairs MP3 64 kbps
George FM - AAC 131 kbps
新西兰中文广播电台 FM90.6 Radio Chinese chinese, culture MP3 128 kbps
Easy 80s 80s, easy listening MP3 128 kbps
iHeartCountry New Zealand country, country music AAC+ 64 kbps
RNZ National AAC (128kbps) features, national affairs AAC 128 kbps
Radio X (AQ) mood MP3 128 kbps
Radio Hauraki - AAC+ 64 kbps
Vinyl Radio NZ classic rock, hits AAC+ 160 kbps
Humm Radio bollywood hits, indian radio AAC 130 kbps
JAZZ CAFE easy listening, smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
Sanctuary - AAC christian, worship AAC 64 kbps
Radio Spice (Auckland, New Zealand) music MP3 128 kbps
Sanctuary - MP3 christian, worship MP3 96 kbps
RNZ Pacific MP3 features, national affairs MP3 64 kbps
Sleep Radio ambient, meditation MP3 128 kbps
RNZ Concert AAC (128kbps) classical, classical music AAC 128 kbps
RNZ Concert MP3 classical, classical music MP3 64 kbps
Tiri 2 classic pop, classic rock MP3 192 kbps
Newstalk ZB - AAC+ 64 kbps
Niu FM - AAC culture, music AAC+ 64 kbps
Gold Sport AM classic rock, live sport AAC+ 64 kbps
East FM classic rock, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
531pi - AAC music, news AAC+ 64 kbps
Retro Hit Radio 80s, 90s AAC+ 80 kbps
West FM Swing Radio 1920s, 1930's MP3 48 kbps
Radio BurgerFuel alt rock, alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
MAD FM Auckland 106.7 commercial free, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
ZFM Global contemporary, internet station MP3 128 kbps
Positively Morrinsville 87.7FM community, contemporary music MP3 128 kbps
Radio Samoa 1593am community, culture MP3 128 kbps
SayHiFM filipino radio in new zealand, filipino station MP3 128 kbps
Raglan Community Radio - MP3 128 kbps
UP FM 107.5 dance MP3 128 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Jazz Cafe christian, smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
Planet FM 104.6 - AAC community radio, community AAC 150 kbps
RNZ Pacific AAC (64kbps) features, national affairs AAC 64 kbps
531pi - MP3 music, news MP3 96 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Hope Alive christian, praise MP3 128 kbps
Niu FM - MP3 culture, music MP3 96 kbps
Planet FM 104.6 - MP3 community, community radio MP3 134 kbps
Sport Nation - AAC sports, cricket AAC 66 kbps
Radiowave NZ easy listening MP3 128 kbps
Southern Cross Country country AAC+ 192 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Christian Smooth Jazz christian, smooth jazz MP3
Mountainside FM charity, community OGG 128 kbps

Museums in Pokeno

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Huakaiwaka Visitor Centre
Mercer Museum
New Zealand Warbirds Association
Papakura Museum
Tuakau and Districts Museum

Libraries in Pokeno

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Botanic Gardens Library0.0
Drury Community Library0.0
Library0.0
Manurewa Library0.0
Manurewa Library0.0
Pukekohe Library0.0
Sir Edmund Hillary Library0.0
Te Kauwhata Library and Council Office0.0
Te Matariki Clendon Library0.0
Te Matariki Clendon Library0.0
Te Paataka Koorero o Takaanini0.0
Tuakau Library0.0
Vimutti Library0.0

Restaurants in Pokeno

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Dhaba on Highway
Muddy Waters Irish Pub & Restaurant

Cafes in Pokeno

3 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pokeno Bacon Cafe
Pokeno Country Cafe
Pokeno Ice Cream and Coffee Shop

Zoos in Pokeno

1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Whangarata Zoo Park

Gas Stations in Pokeno

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S.
Gull
Mobil

Ski Resorts Near Pokeno

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Snowplanet 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Pokeno

19 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Auckland International AirportAKLLarge Airport
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
Hamilton International AirportHLZMedium Airport
RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai-Medium Airport
Coromandel AirportCMVSmall Airport
Drury Airfield-Small Airport
Great Mercury Airport-Small Airport
Kelly Field-Small Airport
Limestone Downs Airport-Small Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Mercer1 PDZ Airport-Small Airport
North Shore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Parakai Aerodrome-Small Airport
Raglan AerodromeRAGSmall Airport
Te Aroha Airfield-Small Airport
Te Kowhai Airfield-Small Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport
Whitianga AirportWTZSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Pokeno

5 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Awanui Labs
Awanui Labs
Conifer Grove Accupuncture and Therapies
Karaka Medical Specialists
Takanini Surgery

Churches & Religious Organizations in Pokeno

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Meremere Community Church
Saint Mary on the Hill Anglican Parish

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 Pokeno

What is the population of Pokeno?

Pokeno has a population of 5,060 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 2,173.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 35.1 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Pokeno expensive to live in?

The median household income is $33,960, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $338,000 (20% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,690 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Pokeno?

Pokeno enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 287 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 78.8 inches.

How is the job market in Pokeno?

Pokeno has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.2%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $653. There are 466 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Pokeno?

The median home value in Pokeno is $338,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,690. The homeownership rate is 77.2%.

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