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Strathern, New Zealand

Southland · New Zealand

Strathern is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 4,190. Elevation: 66 ft (20 m). Average temperature: 52°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.3 /5.0
C Fair
4,190 Population 19/sq mi density
66 ft Elevation 20 meters
52°F Avg Temperature 11°C
46.4 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$21,840 Median Income
C
Overall
2.3 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$21,840 median income, 5.4% unemployment
D
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$182,000 home value, $910/mo rent

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About Strathern

Strathern is a suburb of New Zealand's southernmost city, Invercargill.

People

Population4,190
Median Age38.0 yrs
Density19/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,840
Per Capita$21,840
Unemployment5.4%

Housing

D
Home Value$182,000
Rent$910
Ownership66.7%
Housing Units1,676

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Sunny Days271/yr
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Population4,190
Population Density19 / sq mi
Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Coordinates-46.4284°, 168.3601°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceSouthland
Average Temperature52°F (11°C)
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Annual Precipitation46.4 inches (1,179 mm)
Annual Snowfall3.0 inches (8 cm)
Median Household Income$21,840
Median Age38.0 years

About Strathern

Strathern is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 4,190. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet (20 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 52°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 61°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Strathern has a population of 4,190 with a density of 19 people per square mile, spread across 225.8 square miles. The median age is 38.0 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

4,190
Total Population
19
People / sq mi
38.0yrs
Median Age
2% below New Zealand avg
225.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Strathern vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Strathern is $21,840, which is 71% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,840 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $420, 71% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 385 business establishments.

Income: Strathern vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$21,840
71% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$21,840
Avg Weekly Wage$420

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)385

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Strathern is $182,000, 35% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $910 (22% below the national average of $1,163). 66.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,676 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.3x, 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

Homeownership66.7%
Owner-Occupied66.7%
Renter-Occupied33.3%
Housing Units1,676

Property Tax

Climate in Strathern

Strathern has an average annual temperature of 10°C (50°F). The hottest month is Jan (14.1°C), the coldest is Jul (5.4°C). Average annual precipitation is 1101 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.1°C / 57°F 9.5° / 18.7° 109.5
Feb 14°C / 57°F 9.3° / 18.6° 79.3
Mar 12.6°C / 55°F 7.8° / 17.5° 84.9
Apr 10.4°C / 51°F 5.7° / 15° 86.2
May 8.2°C / 47°F 4° / 12.5° 103.8
Jun 6°C / 43°F 1.9° / 10° 93.7
Jul 5.4°C / 42°F 1.1° / 9.6° 87.2
Aug 6.7°C / 44°F 2.3° / 11.1° 77.6
Sep 8.5°C / 47°F 4° / 13° 89.9
Oct 9.9°C / 50°F 5.4° / 14.3° 96.6
Nov 11.3°C / 52°F 6.9° / 15.7° 101.4
Dec 13.2°C / 56°F 8.5° / 17.8° 91.0
Strathern experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 61°F in January while summers reach 45°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 271 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 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 3.0 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 66 feet.

Temperature

61°F Jan (16°C) 45°F Jul (7°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below New Zealand avg
January Average61°F (16°C)
July Average45°F (7°C)
Sunny Days271 days/yr

Geography

Elevation66 ft (20 m)
Area225.8 sq mi (584.7 km²)
Population Density19/sq mi
Coordinates-46.4284°N, 168.3601°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 3.0"
Wettest Month (May) 4.29"
Driest Month (Aug) 2.36"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

78 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.6. Most recent: M4.4 on Jan 1, 2025.

Sep 30, 2003 53 km W of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.6 146 km
Feb 28, 2010 48 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.1 130 km
Jul 12, 2008 85 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.1 139 km
Aug 21, 2003 25 km NNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.1 148 km
Apr 25, 2000 35 km WNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M5.0 146 km
Jul 15, 2009 54 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.9 144 km
Jul 15, 2009 77 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.9 120 km
Jul 15, 2009 82 km WNW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.8 110 km
Jul 20, 2011 77 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.7 146 km
Apr 25, 2005 81 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.7 119 km
May 11, 2012 61 km WNW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.7 89 km
May 28, 2011 55 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.7 139 km
Jan 13, 2015 49 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.7 137 km
Aug 25, 2009 122 km W of Riverton, New Zealand M4.6 150 km
Sep 30, 1991 32 km WNW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.6 146 km
Aug 20, 2009 121 km W of Riverton, New Zealand M4.5 148 km
Apr 14, 2009 29 km NW of Riverton, New Zealand M4.5 55 km
Mar 3, 2007 60 km WSW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.5 144 km
Oct 12, 2000 15 km N of Papatowai, New Zealand M4.5 88 km
Apr 16, 2004 106 km SW of Te Anau, New Zealand M4.5 144 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1987 DEEP COVE Meteorological - - 143 km
1839 WAIKAWA, SOUTHLAND Unknown - - 63 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in Warmest
February 58°F (14°C) 2.6 in
March 56°F (13°C) 3.7 in
April 52°F (11°C) 3.4 in
May 47°F (8°C) 4.3 in Wettest
June 43°F (6°C) 3.7 in Coldest
July 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
August 44°F (7°C) 2.4 in Driest
September 48°F (9°C) 3.0 in
October 51°F (10°C) 3.5 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
December 56°F (14°C) 3.9 in

Strathern has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 43°F in June to 61°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 39.6 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.3") and August the driest (2.4").

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Radio Stations near Strathern

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Strathern

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Awarua Communications Museum
Bill Richardson Transport World
Bluff Maritime Museum
Classic Motorcycles Mecca

Libraries in Strathern

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Invercargill Public Library0.0

Restaurants in Strathern

2 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Hut
Sakura

Cafes in Strathern

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Glasines Cafe

Gas Stations in Strathern

1 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mobil

Banks in Strathern

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Kiwibank
Westpac

Breweries in Strathern

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Invercargill Brewery

Airports Near Strathern

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Invercargill AirportIVCMedium Airport
Center Island Airstrip-Small Airport
Centre Bush Aerodrome-Small Airport
Gore3 Airport-Small Airport
Mandeville Aerodrome-Small Airport
Ryan's Creek AerodromeSZSSmall Airport

Post Offices in Strathern

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
South Invercargill PostShop

Churches & Religious Organizations in Strathern

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Abandoned 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 Strathern

What is the population of Strathern?

Strathern has a population of 4,190 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 19 people per square mile, spread across 225.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 38.0 years.

Is Strathern expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,840, 71% 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 8.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Strathern?

Strathern has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 61°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches, with 3.0 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Strathern?

The unemployment rate in Strathern is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $420. There are 385 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Strathern?

The median home value in Strathern is $182,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $910. The homeownership rate is 66.7%.

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