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Te Anau, New Zealand
Southland · New Zealand
Te Anau is a small town in Southland, New Zealand with a population of 2,910. Elevation: 705 ft (215 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Te Anau
Te Anau is a town in the Southland region of the South Island of New Zealand. In Māori, Te-Anau means the Place of the Swirling Waters. It is on the eastern shore of Lake Te Anau in Fiordland. Te Anau is 155 kilometres north of Invercargill and 171 kilometres to the southwest of Queenstown. Manapouri lies 21 kilometres to the south. Te Anau lies at the southern end of the Milford Road, 117 kilometres to the south of Milford Sound.
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| Population | 2,910 |
| Population Density | 1 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Coordinates | -45.4167°, 167.7167° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Southland |
| Average Temperature | 50°F (10°C) |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 58.7 inches (1,492 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $24,780 |
| Median Age | 41.9 years |
About Te Anau
Te Anau is a small town in New Zealand (Southland) with a population of 2,910. The city sits at an elevation of 705 feet (215 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 50°F (10°C). Temperatures range from 58°F in January to 41°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Te Anau vs New Zealand Average
Income: Te Anau vs New Zealand
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Income
| Median HH Income | $24,780 |
| 67% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $24,780 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $477 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 268 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $156,000 |
| 45% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $780 |
| 33% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 69.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 30.9% |
| Housing Units | 1,164 |
Property Tax
Temperature
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| July Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| Sunny Days | 229 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 705 ft (215 m) |
| Area | 5,008.8 sq mi (12,972.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -45.4167°N, 167.7167°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 4.0 m (13 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2003 | SOUTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 4.0 m | - | 57 km |
| 2009 | OFF WEST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.5 m | - | 98 km |
| 2002 | ALBERT TOWN | Meteorological | - | - | 141 km |
| 1987 | DEEP COVE | Meteorological | - | - | 45 km |
| 1826 | DUSKY SOUND | Earthquake | - | - | 104 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 58°F (15°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| February | 58°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| March | 56°F (13°C) | 6.4 in | Wettest |
| April | 51°F (11°C) | 4.9 in | |
| May | 46°F (8°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 42°F (5°C) | 5.8 in | |
| July | 41°F (5°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| August | 43°F (6°C) | 3.8 in | Driest |
| September | 47°F (8°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 50°F (10°C) | 4.6 in | |
| November | 53°F (12°C) | 5.6 in | |
| December | 56°F (13°C) | 4.5 in |
Te Anau has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 41°F in July to 58°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 58.8 inches, with March being the wettest month (6.4") and August the driest (3.8").
Schools in Te Anau
2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiordland College | - | - | - | - |
| Te Anau Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Te Anau
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Te Anau
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiordland Vintage Machinery Museum |
Libraries in Te Anau
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Te Anau Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Te Anau
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bevs tramping gear hire 16 Homer |
Hotels in Te Anau
8 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Te Anau
16 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Te Anau
10 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Te Anau
1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Te Anau
3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Te Anau
1 zoos within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Te Anau
1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Te Anau
1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Te Anau
4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Te Anau
2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Te Anau
1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Te Anau
5 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Manapouri Airport | TEU | Medium Airport |
| Centre Bush Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Glenorchy Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Hollyford Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Milford Sound Airport | MFN | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Te Anau
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| NZPost |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Te Anau
1 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Te Wahipounamu – South West New Zealand | Natural | 1990 |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Te Anau
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Fiordland New Life Church | |
| St Bernard Parish | |
| St Michaels | |
| Te Anau Christian Centre Lakeside Presbyterian Church |
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What is the population of Te Anau?
Te Anau has a population of 2,910 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 5,008.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Te Anau expensive to live in?
The median household income is $24,780, 67% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $156,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 6.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Te Anau?
Te Anau has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 58°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 229 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 58.7 inches.
How is the job market in Te Anau?
The job market in Te Anau is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.2% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $477. There are 268 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Te Anau?
The median home value in Te Anau is $156,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $780. The homeownership rate is 69.1%.