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Rotorua, New Zealand
Bay of Plenty · New Zealand
Rotorua is a mid-size city in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand with a population of 65,901. Elevation: 942 ft (287 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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People
Economy
DHousing
FClimate
| Population | 65,901 |
| Population Density | 65 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 942 ft (287 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.1387°, 176.2452° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Bay of Plenty |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.0 inches (2,388 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $20,160 |
| Median Age | 41.2 years |
About Rotorua
Rotorua is a mid-size city in New Zealand (Bay of Plenty) with a population of 65,901. The city sits at an elevation of 942 feet (287 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Rotorua vs New Zealand Average
Income: Rotorua vs New Zealand
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $20,160 |
| 73% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,160 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $388 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 15.0% |
| 317% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 186 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 80 |
| Healthcare | 13 |
| Retail | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $213,200 |
| 24% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,066 |
| 8% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 31.7% |
| Owner-Occupied | 31.7% |
| Renter-Occupied | 68.3% |
| Housing Units | 26,360 |
Property Tax
Climate in Rotorua
Rotorua has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 1511 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 942 ft (287 m) |
| Area | 1,009.6 sq mi (2,614.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 65/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.1387°N, 176.2452°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.5 m (5 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1910 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Meteorological | 1.5 m | 1 | 102 km |
| 2022 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 80 km |
| 1956 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | — | 93 km |
| 1895 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 77 km |
| 1846 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Unknown | — | — | 102 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Okataina (22 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 22 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 32 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 34 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 79 km |
| Mayor Island | Shield | 355 m (1,165 ft) | -5060 | 96 km |
| Whakaari/White Island | Stratovolcano(es) | 294 m (965 ft) | 2019 | 107 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 125 km |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 140 km |
| Auckland Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 260 m (853 ft) | 1350 | 184 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 5.5 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 6.0 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 5.6 in |
Rotorua has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 45°F in July to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 66.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (4.4").
Colleges & Universities in Rotorua
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology - Mokoia Campus | College | — | — |
| Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology - Waipa Campus | College | — | — |
Schools in Rotorua
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Glenholme School | — | — | — | — |
| Selwyn School | — | — | — | — |
| Kawaha Point School | — | — | — | — |
| Rotorua Boys' High School | — | — | — | — |
| Rotorua Intermediate School | — | — | — | — |
| Rotorua Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Mary's Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
| Bethlehem College Chapman | — | — | — | — |
| Rotorua Seventh Day Adventist School | — | — | — | — |
| Te Rangihakahaka Centre for Science and Technology | — | — | — | — |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Te Koutu | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Rotorua
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub FM | deep house, drum 'n' bass | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Gaia FM (New Zealand) | celtic, easy listening | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Rotorua
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barracks Museum | ||||
| Rotorua Museum | ||||
| Te Amorangi Museum | ||||
| Wairoa Museum |
Libraries in Rotorua
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Rotorua Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rotorua District Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Rotorua
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bok Shop | |||||
| New CaMart | |||||
| Newland Food Market | |||||
| Rotorua Night Market | |||||
| Super Save Rotorua |
Hotels in Rotorua
22 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Rotorua
71 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Rotorua
34 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Rotorua
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Rotorua
2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Rotorua
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Rotorua
3 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Rotorua
6 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Rotorua
5 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Rotorua
2 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Rotorua
13 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Rotorua
9 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Rotorua
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Rotorua
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Rotorua
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rotorua Regional Airport | ROT | Medium Airport |
| Taupo Airport | TUO | Medium Airport |
| Tauranga Airport | TRG | Medium Airport |
| Whakatāne Airport | WHK | Medium Airport |
| Centennial Park Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Galatea Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Matakana Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matamata Glider Airport | MTA | Small Airport |
| Motiti Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Tarawera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rangitaiki Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Te Aroha Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tokoroa Airfield | TKZ | Small Airport |
| Waihi Beach Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wharepapa South Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Rotorua
2 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| NZ Post | |
| PostShop |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Rotorua
25 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Afrikaanse Christian Church (Rotorua) | |
| Atomic Church | |
| BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir | |
| C3 Church | |
| Destiny Church | |
| El-Shaddai Worship Centre | |
| Fenton Park Bible Church | |
| Freemason Centre Rotorua | |
| Gurdwara Sri Guru Amardas Sahib Ji | |
| Hope Central | |
| Jesus Christ Worship Centre | |
| Jesus Is Lord Church | |
| Kingdom Hall Of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Living Well Church | |
| Rotorua Baptist Church | |
| Rotorua Baptist Church | |
| Rotorua Full Gospel Church | |
| Rotorua Samoan/Tokelauan (AOG) | |
| Rotorua Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Saint Luke's Anglican Church |
Explore Near Rotorua
Quick Facts
Around Rotorua
Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Rotorua
47 places within 15 km
- • Kawaha
- • Maori Rock Art
- • Mokoia
- • Ōwhata
- • Tokorangi Pā
- • Punaromia Beach
- • Silver Beach
- • Te Raupōroa Beach
- • Waiōhewa Beach
- • Penny Haka Gallery
- • Maraeroa Springs
- • Maraeroa Springs
- • Maraeroa Springs
- • Maraeroa Springs
- • Otutarara Springs
- + 3 more
- • Haparangi
- • Kakapiko
- • Kauae
- • Moerangi
- • Ngatautara
- + 12 more
- • Geyser viewpoint
- • Lower Whaka Outlook
- • Red woods
- • The Rock (Jumping Spot)
- • Trig Outlook
- + 7 more
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Rotorua
What is the population of Rotorua?
Rotorua has a population of 65,901 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 65 people per square mile, spread across 1,009.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Rotorua expensive to live in?
The median household income is $20,160, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $213,200 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,066 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Rotorua?
Rotorua has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.0 inches.
How is the job market in Rotorua?
The job market in Rotorua faces challenges, with unemployment at 15.0% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $388. There are 186 business establishments in the area, including 80 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Rotorua?
The median home value in Rotorua is $213,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,066. The homeownership rate is 31.7%.