Taupo, New Zealand

Full City Profile

2.7 /5.0

C+ Fair

26,600 Population 1,604/sq mi density

1,329 ft Elevation 405 meters

53°F Avg Temperature 12°C

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Overall

2.7 / 5.0

Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

3.1 / 5.0

$26,280 median income, 2.4% unemployment

Affordability

2.3 / 5.0

$202,800 home value, $1,014/mo rent

Taupo, New Zealand

At a Glance

Median Income

$26,280

65% below

$26,280 per capita

Home Value

$202,800

28% below

Median Rent

$1,014/mo

13% below

Unemployment

2.4%

33% below

Avg Temperature

53°F

234 sunny days/yr

Is Taupo a Good Place to Live?

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2.7 / 5.0 — Fair

Based on economy, affordability, safety, and education metrics compared to national averages.

Economy & Jobs

Taupo residents earn a median household income of $26,280 , which is 65% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,280. The unemployment rate stands at 2.4% (33% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). The area is home to 2,447 business establishments.

Housing & Cost of Living

The median home value in Taupo is $202,800 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Median rent is $1,014/month.

Climate & Weather

Taupo has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 44°F in July. The area gets 234 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 56.4 inches.

Data Overview

People

Population26,600

Median Age39.9 yrs

Density1,604/mi²

Foreign Born37.7%

Economy

Median Income$26,280

Per Capita$26,280

Unemployment2.4%

Poverty

Avg Weekly Wage$505

Housing

Home Value$202,800

Rent$1,014

Ownership41.7%

Housing Units10,640

Climate

Avg Temp53°F

Sunny Days234/yr

Rain56.4 in/yr

Elevation1,329 ft

Did You Know?

37.7% of residents are foreign-born.