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Roxburgh, New Zealand

Otago · New Zealand

Roxburgh is a small town in Otago, New Zealand with a population of 600. Elevation: 331 ft (101 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
600 Population 0/sq mi density
331 ft Elevation 101 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
47.6 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$48,800 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.9 / 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
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$182,000 home value, $910/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population600
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

A+
Home Value$182,000
Rent$910
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units240

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain47.6 in/yr
Sunny Days250/yr
Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Population600
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Coordinates-45.5406°, 169.3147°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceOtago
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Annual Precipitation47.6 inches (1,208 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.8 inches (10 cm)
Median Household Income$48,800
Median Age37.2 years

About Roxburgh

Roxburgh is a small town in New Zealand (Otago) with a population of 600. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet (101 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 56°F in January to 35°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.6 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Roxburgh has a population of 600 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,850.1 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

600
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg
1,850.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Roxburgh vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Roxburgh 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 55 business establishments.

Income: Roxburgh 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)55

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Roxburgh is $182,000, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 240 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.7x.

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

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units240

Property Tax

Roxburgh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 56°F in January while summers reach 35°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 250 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 47.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.8 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 331 feet.

Temperature

56°F Jan (14°C) 35°F Jul (2°C)
Annual Average46.5°F
14% below New Zealand avg
January Average56°F (14°C)
July Average35°F (2°C)
Sunny Days250 days/yr

Geography

Elevation331 ft (101 m)
Area1,850.1 sq mi (4,791.7 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-45.5406°N, 169.3147°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 47.6"
25% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 3.8"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.55"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.87"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

86 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M3.3 on Jul 25, 2022.

May 4, 2015 28 km NW of Wanaka, New Zealand M5.6 118 km
Jul 6, 2015 56 km NE of Wanaka, New Zealand M5.1 132 km
Aug 21, 2003 25 km NNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.1 142 km
Feb 28, 1996 48 km N of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.1 144 km
Apr 2, 2005 67 km ENE of Wanaka, New Zealand M4.9 137 km
Feb 8, 1998 42 km WNW of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.8 110 km
Aug 1, 1993 43 km NNE of Wanaka, New Zealand M4.7 136 km
Mar 14, 2013 69 km NW of Arrowtown, New Zealand M4.7 147 km
Mar 15, 2017 South Island of New Zealand M4.6 148 km
Oct 17, 2001 58 km NW of Arrowtown, New Zealand M4.6 136 km
Apr 16, 2005 47 km NE of Wanaka, New Zealand M4.6 131 km
Oct 12, 2000 15 km N of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.5 99 km
Aug 9, 2002 33 km NNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.5 144 km
Jun 19, 2011 57 km NW of Arrowtown, New Zealand M4.5 135 km
Feb 11, 2004 68 km WSW of Oamaru, New Zealand M4.5 71 km
Jun 5, 2007 South Island of New Zealand M4.5 144 km
Apr 14, 2009 29 km NW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.5 137 km
Mar 11, 1995 34 km SSE of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.4 110 km
Jan 9, 2002 56 km NW of Queenstown, New Zealand M4.4 132 km
Mar 20, 2011 79 km NE of Wanaka, New Zealand M4.4 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
2002 ALBERT TOWN Meteorological 94 km
1839 WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND Unknown 122 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 56°F (14°C) 4.0 in Warmest
February 56°F (13°C) 2.9 in Driest
March 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in
April 47°F (9°C) 3.1 in
May 41°F (5°C) 3.2 in
June 36°F (2°C) 4.4 in
July 35°F (2°C) 3.8 in Coldest
August 38°F (4°C) 3.7 in
September 43°F (6°C) 5.6 in Wettest
October 47°F (8°C) 4.8 in
November 50°F (10°C) 3.5 in
December 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in

Roxburgh has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 35°F in July to 56°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 47.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.6") and February the driest (2.9").

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Schools in Roxburgh

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Roxburgh Area School
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Radio Stations near Roxburgh

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Roxburgh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
bakery museum
Teviot Museum

Hotels in Roxburgh

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lake Roxburgh Lodge

Cafes in Roxburgh

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

103 The Store
Goldfields Cafe
Milk Bar
The Frost Pot

Cinemas in Roxburgh

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Roxburgh Entertainment Centre

Gas Stations in Roxburgh

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Allied
Ettrick Fuel Station

Golf Courses in Roxburgh

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Heriot Golf Club
Roxburgh Golf Club

Ski Resorts Near Roxburgh

4 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Remarkables Ski Area 0.0 $0
Coronet Peak Ski Area 0.0 $0
Snow Farm 0.0 $0
Cardrona Alpine Resort 0.0 $0

Airports Near Roxburgh

8 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Queenstown AirportZQNLarge Airport
Alexandra AerodromeALRMedium Airport
Balclutha AerodromeSmall Airport
Cromwell Racecourse AerodromeSmall Airport
Cromwell/Louburn AirportSmall Airport
Gore3 AirportSmall Airport
Mandeville AerodromeSmall Airport
Roxburgh AerodromeSmall Airport

Post Offices in Roxburgh

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
New Zealand Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Roxburgh

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Baptist Chrich Centre
Our Lady of Peace Parish
St James Anglican Church / St James - Roxburgh
Teviot Union Parish
Teviot Union Parish Roxburgh Church

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 Roxburgh

What is the population of Roxburgh?

Roxburgh has a population of 600 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 1,850.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.

Is Roxburgh expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,800, 35% 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 3.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Roxburgh?

Roxburgh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 56°F in January, while summers reach an average of 35°F in July. The area receives 250 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 47.6 inches, with 3.8 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Roxburgh?

The unemployment rate in Roxburgh 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 55 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Roxburgh?

The median home value in Roxburgh is $182,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $910. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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