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Raumati Beach, New Zealand
Wellington Region · New Zealand
Raumati Beach is a small city in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 5,390. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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About Raumati Beach
Raumati Beach is a beach community on the Kāpiti Coast of New Zealand's North Island; located 60km north-west of Wellington, and about 2 km north of Raumati South. It is immediately to the south-west of the larger town of Paraparaumu. The Maungakotukutuku area is located immediately behind Raumati.
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| Population | 5,390 |
| Population Density | 13 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | -40.9167°, 174.9833° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Wellington Region |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.1 inches (1,782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,420 |
| Median Age | 47.2 years |
About Raumati Beach
Raumati Beach is a small city in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 5,390. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Raumati Beach vs New Zealand Average
Income: Raumati Beach vs New Zealand
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Income
| Median HH Income | $21,420 |
| 71% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,420 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $412 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.1% |
| 42% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 496 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 71.2% |
| Owner-Occupied | 71.2% |
| Renter-Occupied | 28.8% |
| Housing Units | 2,156 |
Property Tax
Climate in Raumati Beach
Raumati Beach has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 990 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 410.7 sq mi (1,063.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 13/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -40.9167°N, 174.9833°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.0 m (36 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | — | 37 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 114 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 103 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | — | — | 135 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
2 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (189 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 189 km |
| Taranaki | Stratovolcano | 2,518 m (8,261 ft) | 1800 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 4.2 in |
Raumati Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 48°F in August to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.4").
Schools in Raumati Beach
8 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paraparaumu Beach School | — | — | — | — |
| Kenakena School | — | — | — | — |
| Raumati Beach School | — | — | — | — |
| Kāpiti College | — | — | — | — |
| Raumati South School | — | — | — | — |
| Our Lady of Kāpiti School | — | — | — | — |
| Te Ra Waldorf School | — | — | — | — |
| Raumati Technology Centre | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Raumati Beach
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZM Wellington (new) | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 95bFM - FLAC | university radio, university of auckland | OGG 64 kbps | |
| Coast Access Radio MP3 | community radio | MP3 134 kbps | |
| 95bFM - 256Kbps MP3 | university radio, university of auckland | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radioactive.FM 88.6 | alternative, indie | MP3 320 kbps | |
| RNZ National | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| jakemusic | random | MP3 | |
| The Cheese | gen-x, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wellington Access Radio | community, culture | MP3 134 kbps | |
| KIX FM | classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 95bFM - 64kbps AAC+ | university radio, university of auckland | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| TLC Radio Northland | — | MP3 | |
| Heads FM Mangawhai 106.4 | community, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mushroom FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mouthfull Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| World FM Tawa 88.2 | current affairs, kiwi | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Paekakariki 88.2FM | community, eclectic | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Raumati Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golder's Cottage | ||||
| Kapiti Aviation Museum | ||||
| Kapiti Coast Museum | ||||
| Munitions Laboratory and Muesum / Public Toilets | ||||
| New Zealand Police Museum | ||||
| Otaki Museum | ||||
| Paekakariki Station and Museum | ||||
| Pātaka Art + Museum | ||||
| Porirua Hospital Museum | ||||
| Silver Stream Railway Museum | ||||
| Southward Car Museum | ||||
| Wellington Tramway Museum |
Libraries in Raumati Beach
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ōtaki Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paekākāriki Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paraparaumu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pinehaven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porirua Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pukerua Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pukerua Bay Library Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Titahi Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Upper Hutt City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Waikanae Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitby Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Raumati Beach
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waitangirua Market |
Hotels in Raumati Beach
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Raumati Beach
12 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Raumati Beach
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Raumati Beach
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Raumati Beach
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Raumati Beach
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Raumati Beach
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Raumati Beach
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Raumati Beach
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boneface Brewing Co | ||||
| Duncan's Brewing Company | ||||
| Kereru Brewing Company, Limited | ||||
| Panhead Brewery | ||||
| Te Aro Brewing Company | ||||
| Tuatara Brewery |
Airports Near Raumati Beach
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington International Airport | WLG | Large Airport |
| Hood Airport | MRO | Medium Airport |
| Palmerston North Airport | PMR | Medium Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| RNZAF Base Ohakea | OHA | Medium Airport |
| Feilding Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Foxpine Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Martinborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Papawai Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Raumati Beach
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ABI Rehabilitation Specialists | ||
| Hand Rehab | ||
| Hikitia Te Wairua | ||
| Rangipapa Forensic Psychiatry Inpatient Unit |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Raumati Beach
9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Centre Church | |
| Kapiti Baptist Church | |
| Kapiti Christian Centre | |
| Kapiti Uniting Parish | |
| Our Lady of Kapiti Parish | |
| Real Life / Raumati Baptist Church | |
| St Mark's Anglican Church - Raumati Beach | |
| St Pauls, Paraparaumu | |
| The Salvation Army Kapiti Corps |
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What is the population of Raumati Beach?
Raumati Beach has a population of 5,390 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 13 people per square mile, spread across 410.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Raumati Beach expensive to live in?
The median household income is $21,420, 71% 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 11.7x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Raumati Beach?
Raumati Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Raumati Beach?
The unemployment rate in Raumati Beach is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $412. There are 496 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Raumati Beach?
The median home value in Raumati Beach is $249,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,248. The homeownership rate is 71.2%.