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Tauranga, New Zealand

Bay of Plenty · New Zealand

Tauranga is a large city in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand with a population of 155,200. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

1.7 /5.0
D Poor
155,200 Population 2,392/sq mi density
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
104.5 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$22,920 Median Income
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Overall
1.7 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$22,920 median income, 6.5% unemployment
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Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$270,400 home value, $1,352/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population155,200
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density2,392/mi²

Economy

C
Median Income$22,920
Per Capita$22,920
Unemployment6.5%

Housing

F
Home Value$270,400
Rent$1,352
Ownership58.0%
Housing Units62,080

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain104.5 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population155,200
Population Density2,392 / sq mi
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-37.6861°, 176.1667°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceBay of Plenty
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation104.5 inches (2,655 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,920
Median Age50.8 years

About Tauranga

Tauranga is a large city in New Zealand (Bay of Plenty) with a population of 155,200. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Tauranga has a population of 155,200 with a density of 2,392 people per square mile, spread across 64.9 square miles. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

155,200
Total Population
2,392
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above New Zealand avg
64.9mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Tauranga vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Tauranga is $22,920, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,920 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $441, 69% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 134 business establishments, including 41 restaurants.

Income: Tauranga vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$22,920
70% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$22,920
Avg Weekly Wage$441

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.5%
81% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)134

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare14
Retail2

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Tauranga is $270,400, 4% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,352 (16% above the national average of $1,163). 58.0% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 62,080 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$270,400
4% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,352
16% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership58.0%
Owner-Occupied58.0%
Renter-Occupied42.0%
Housing Units62,080

Property Tax

Climate in Tauranga

Tauranga has an average annual temperature of 16.1°C (61°F). The hottest month is Feb (20.3°C), the coldest is Aug (12.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1406 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 20.2°C / 68°F 15.1° / 25.9° 101.6
Feb 20.3°C / 69°F 15.3° / 25.1° 96.5
Mar 18.8°C / 66°F 13.3° / 23.6° 84.6
Apr 17.2°C / 63°F 11.7° / 22° 84.1
May 15.2°C / 59°F 9.5° / 19.7° 142.0
Jun 13.5°C / 56°F 8.5° / 17.6° 175.7
Jul 12.4°C / 54°F 7.5° / 16.4° 174.5
Aug 12.2°C / 54°F 7.1° / 16.5° 106.8
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F 8.1° / 17.8° 152.1
Oct 14.6°C / 58°F 8.4° / 19.7° 96.6
Nov 16.9°C / 62°F 12° / 22.3° 95.0
Dec 19°C / 66°F 13.2° / 24.5° 96.9
Tauranga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 104.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above New Zealand avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Area64.9 sq mi (168.0 km²)
Population Density2,392/sq mi
Coordinates-37.6861°N, 176.1667°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 104.5"
175% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.50"
Driest Month (Feb) 4.02"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,499 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Dec 15, 1994 83 km NNE of Opotiki, New Zealand M6.5 128 km
Dec 7, 2012 27 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M6.3 83 km
Oct 25, 1999 24 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M6.2 117 km
Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 61 km
May 18, 1999 54 km S of Otorohanga, New Zealand M5.8 135 km
Aug 18, 1999 74 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.7 110 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 71 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 46 km
Oct 16, 2012 8 km NE of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 106 km
Mar 22, 1990 115 km NE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.6 125 km
May 5, 2023 82 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 107 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 92 km
Jul 5, 2011 29 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M5.5 116 km
May 24, 2001 38 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand M5.5 148 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 69 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 59 km
Sep 29, 2010 126 km ENE of Tairua, New Zealand M5.4 141 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 57 km
Apr 8, 2006 20 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.3 76 km
Aug 17, 2002 13 km W of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.3 55 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

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 1 147 km
2022 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 1.0 m — 127 km
1956 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 0.9 m — 139 km
1895 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Eruption + Earthquake — — 125 km
1846 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Unknown — — 147 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mayor Island (46 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 46 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 56 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 82 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 83 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 91 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 127 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 144 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 170 km
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 4.3 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 4.0 in Driest
March 63°F (17°C) 6.1 in
April 58°F (15°C) 4.7 in
May 53°F (12°C) 5.2 in
June 49°F (10°C) 6.5 in Coldest, Wettest
July 52°F (11°C) 5.7 in
August 50°F (10°C) 6.3 in
September 53°F (11°C) 5.7 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.8 in
November 59°F (15°C) 4.7 in
December 63°F (17°C) 5.3 in

Tauranga has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 49°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 63.2 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.5") and February the driest (4.0").

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Colleges & Universities in Tauranga

Institution Type Founded Website
Bethlehem Tertiary Institute College — —
Faith Bible College College — Visit →
South Pacific Bible College College — Visit →
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology Bongard Centre College — Visit →
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology Windermere Campus College — —
University of Waikato Tauranga Campus University — —

Schools in Tauranga

7 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tauranga Primary School (Junior Site) — — — —
Te Kura o Matapihi — — — —
Tauranga Waldorf School — — — —
Tahatai Coast School — — — —
Saint Mary's Catholic School — — — —
Te Kura Kaupapa Maori o Otepou — — — —
Tauranga Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Tauranga

5 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
RadiJohan decades, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
Radio Te Aroha 88FM community, oldies MP3 128 kbps
The Rhythm 89FM alternative, local AAC

Museums in Tauranga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Classic Flyers Aviation Museum
Kevs Museum
The Elms - Te Papa Tauranga
The Historic Village
The Lion & Tusk Museum
Village Radio

Libraries in Tauranga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Greerton library0.0
Library0.0
Library and Service Centre0.0
Mount Maunganui Library0.0
Omokoroa Library0.0
Papamoa Beach Library/ Toys0.0
Papamoa Library0.0
Western Bay of Plenty District Council and Library0.0

Hotels in Tauranga

9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CitySide Hotel
Clarence Hotel
Durham Court Motor Inn
Hotel Armitage
Hotel on Devonport
Kingsview Resort & Towers
Loft 109 Backpackers Hostel
Quest on Durham
Quest Tauranga Central

Restaurants in Tauranga

36 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alimento
But First Dessert
Chicken Fryday
Cobb & Co
Costantinopoli
Dam Da
Eastern Ocean Restaurant
Falafel Metro
Gengy's Restaurant
Golden Rice Thai Cuisine
Harbourside Restaurant
India Today
La Mexicana restaurant
Little India
Macau Lounge
Momo Teppan Yaki
Mudan Tearoom And Eatery
Nautilus Buffet Restaurant & Bar
Neptunes Gallery
Novelty Indian
Oscar & Otto
Phil's Place
Picnicka Bar & Grill
Pizza Hut
Ramen Chidori - Japanese Noodle Restaurant
Rye American Kitchen and Spirits
Sushi Queen
Takara Japanese Restaurant
Talk of India
Thai Thani 2
The Barrio Brothers
The Nourished Eatery - Vitality Kitchen
The Restaurant at Trinity Wharf
Turkish To Go
Volare Italian restaurant
Yoku Japanese Cafe

Cafes in Tauranga

25 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ajna Cafe
Banana Blossom Cafe
Brooklyn Patio Eatery
Cafe 359
Cafe Alfresco
Cafe on The Strand
Dry Dock Cafe
Elizabeth Street Café and Eatery
Grindz Cafe
Last Gasp Cafe
Le Petit Four Cafe
Lone Star Cafe
Me & You
Mediterraneo Cafe
Plute juice bar
Rexxa Bakehouse Cafe
Robert Harris
Rosscos Cafe and Bar
Sand Bakery and Café
Starbucks
The Chapel Cafe
The Cottage
The Raft Espresso Bar
The Terrace
Zone Cafe

Cinemas in Tauranga

2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Event Cinemas Tauranga Central
Rialto Cinemas

Monuments in Tauranga

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Memorial Sundial

Clinics in Tauranga

4 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ear Health Tauranga
New Zealand Blood Service Donor Centre
Tauranga Eye Specialists
The Centre for Health

Dentists in Tauranga

5 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cliff Road Dental Clinic
Family Dentistry
Lumino City Dental
Tauranga OMS
Team Dental

Veterinaries in Tauranga

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tauranga Vets

Gas Stations in Tauranga

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Bruce Road
Caltex Tauranga Diesel Stop
Mobil Causeway
Mobil Tenth Avenue
PAK'nSAVE Fuel

Banks in Tauranga

6 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
ASB Bank
ASB Bank
Bank of New Zealand
SBS Bank
TSB

Stadiums & Teams in Tauranga

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Tauranga

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Rotorua Regional AirportROTMedium Airport
Tauranga AirportTRGMedium Airport
Galatea Airfield—Small Airport
Matakana Island Airport—Small Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Motiti Island Airport—Small Airport
Mount Tarawera Airport—Small Airport
Pauanui Aerodrome—Small Airport
Te Aroha Airfield—Small Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Tokoroa AirfieldTKZSmall Airport
Waihi Beach Airport—Small Airport
Wharepapa South Airport—Small Airport

Post Offices in Tauranga

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
KiwiPost
New Zealand Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Tauranga

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints Anglican Church
Evans Road Community Church
Holy Trinity Anglican Church
Kingdom Hall of Jehovas Witnesses
Mount Bible Chapel
Saint Mary Immaculate Catholic Church
Saint Peters in the City
Salvation Army Tauranga Corps
St Thomas Aquinas Parish
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Explore Near Tauranga

UFO Sightings
3
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

Around Tauranga

Places within 5 km radius — OpenStreetMap data

Schools 22
Hospitals 3
Pharmacies 11
Restaurants 41
Cafes 43
Bars 18
Supermarkets 2
Banks 10
Museums 3
Hotels 6
Parks 99
Places of Worship 3

Things to See Near Tauranga

46 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (24)
  • • Kāingapākura
  • • Karangaumu
  • • Mangatawa
  • • Mangawhai Pā
  • • Maraeroa
  • + 19 more
🏖️ Beaches (7)
  • • Omanu Beach
  • • Omanu Beach
  • • Otūmoetai Beach
  • • Papamoa Beach
  • • Pāpāmoa Beach
  • + 2 more
⛰️ Peaks (12)
  • • Kaiwha
  • • Kopukairua
  • • Mangatawa
  • • Maungatūtū
  • • Minden Peak
  • + 7 more
🏛️ Ruins (1)
  • • Stone Jetty
🌄 Viewpoints (2)
  • • Leisure Island
  • • Minden Lookout

🇳🇿 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 Tauranga

What is the population of Tauranga?

Tauranga has a population of 155,200 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2,392 people per square mile, spread across 64.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Tauranga expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,920, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $270,400 (4% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,352 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Tauranga?

Tauranga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.5 inches.

How is the job market in Tauranga?

The unemployment rate in Tauranga is 6.5%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $441. There are 134 business establishments in the area, including 41 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Tauranga?

The median home value in Tauranga is $270,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,352. The homeownership rate is 58.0%.

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