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Te Aro, New Zealand

Wellington Region · New Zealand

Te Aro is a small city in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 14,600. Elevation: 46 ft (14 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
14,600 Population 61/sq mi density
46 ft Elevation 14 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
33.9 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$48,800 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 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
B
Affordability
3.4 / 5.0
$286,000 home value, $1,430/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population14,600
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density61/mi²

Economy

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

Housing

B
Home Value$286,000
Rent$1,430
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units5,840

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Sunny Days292/yr
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Population14,600
Population Density61 / sq mi
Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Coordinates-41.2940°, 174.7773°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceWellington Region
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation33.9 inches (861 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$48,800
Median Age37.2 years

About Te Aro

Te Aro is a small city in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 14,600. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet (14 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Te Aro has a population of 14,600 with a density of 61 people per square mile, spread across 239.3 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

14,600
Total Population
61
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg
239.3mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Te Aro vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Te Aro 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 1,343 business establishments.

Income: Te Aro vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

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)1,343

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Te Aro is $286,000, 1% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,430 (23% above the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 5,840 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$286,000
1% above New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,430
23% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units5,840

Property Tax

Climate in Te Aro

Te Aro has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 987 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 0°C / 32°F - / - 56.9
Feb 0°C / 32°F - / - 54.9
Mar 0°C / 32°F - / - 77.0
Apr 0°C / 32°F - / - 82.7
May 0°C / 32°F - / - 98.4
Jun 0°C / 32°F - / - 105.1
Jul 0°C / 32°F - / - 115.5
Aug 0°C / 32°F - / - 87.0
Sep 0°C / 32°F - / - 79.9
Oct 0°C / 32°F - / - 85.5
Nov 0°C / 32°F - / - 73.0
Dec 0°C / 32°F - / - 71.2
Te Aro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 62°F in January while summers reach 53°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 292 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 33.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 46 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

62°F Jan (17°C) 53°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average57.9°F
7% above New Zealand avg
January Average62°F (17°C)
July Average53°F (12°C)
Sunny Days292 days/yr

Geography

Elevation46 ft (14 m)
Area239.3 sq mi (619.8 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates-41.2940°N, 174.7773°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 33.9"
11% below New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.91"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.44"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,232 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 30, 2025.

Aug 16, 2013 29 km SE of Blenheim, New Zealand M6.5 71 km
Jul 21, 2013 38 km ESE of Blenheim, New Zealand M6.5 59 km
Jan 20, 2014 35 km NNE of Masterton, New Zealand M6.1 112 km
May 27, 1992 21 km WSW of Blenheim, New Zealand M6.0 95 km
Aug 16, 2013 26 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.9 78 km
Jul 20, 2013 38 km ESE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.9 50 km
Aug 16, 2013 30 km ESE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.9 60 km
Mar 22, 1995 27 km N of Picton, New Zealand M5.8 69 km
Feb 15, 2023 55 km NW of Raumati Beach, New Zealand M5.7 85 km
Sep 8, 1991 29 km WSW of Bulls, New Zealand M5.6 118 km
Oct 4, 1990 25 km SE of Brooklyn, New Zealand M5.6 25 km
May 24, 2020 29 km WNW of Foxton, New Zealand M5.6 103 km
Jul 18, 2013 38 km E of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.5 42 km
Aug 16, 2013 30 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.5 76 km
Oct 6, 1990 24 km SW of Waipawa, New Zealand M5.5 58 km
Aug 16, 2013 25 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.4 72 km
Jun 9, 1991 38 km SSW of Patea, New Zealand M5.4 137 km
Jan 5, 2017 36 km SSE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.4 85 km
Jul 21, 2013 34 km E of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.3 44 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km SE of Upper Hutt, New Zealand M5.3 37 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Tsunami History

4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.0 m (36 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1855 NORTHERN ISLAND Earthquake 11.0 m - 19 km
2013 WELLINGTON Earthquake 0.1 m - 71 km
2013 COOK STRAIT Earthquake 0.1 m - 59 km
1855 WHARANUI Earthquake - - 91 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 62°F (17°C) 3.7 in Warmest
February 62°F (17°C) 2.4 in Driest
March 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in
April 56°F (13°C) 4.3 in
May 51°F (11°C) 5.2 in
June 48°F (9°C) 5.3 in
July 53°F (12°C) 5.9 in Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 5.4 in Coldest
September 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in
October 53°F (12°C) 4.2 in
November 56°F (13°C) 3.8 in
December 59°F (15°C) 3.9 in

Te Aro has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 48°F in August to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Te Aro

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Clyde Quay School - - - -
Mount Cook School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Te Aro

17 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
ZM Wellington (new) - AAC+ 64 kbps
95bFM - FLAC university radio, university of auckland OGG 64 kbps
Coast Access Radio MP3 community radio MP3 134 kbps
95bFM - 256Kbps MP3 university radio, university of auckland MP3 256 kbps
Radioactive.FM 88.6 alternative, indie MP3 320 kbps
RNZ National - MP3 64 kbps
jakemusic random MP3
The Cheese gen-x, music MP3 128 kbps
Wellington Access Radio community, culture MP3 134 kbps
KIX FM classic rock MP3 128 kbps
95bFM - 64kbps AAC+ university radio, university of auckland AAC+ 64 kbps
TLC Radio Northland - MP3
Heads FM Mangawhai 106.4 community, rock MP3 128 kbps
Mushroom FM - MP3 128 kbps
Mouthfull Radio - MP3 192 kbps
World FM Tawa 88.2 current affairs, kiwi AAC+ 32 kbps
Paekakariki 88.2FM community, eclectic AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Te Aro

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bolton St Cemetery Chapel
Bolton St Cemetery Chapel
Cable Car Museum
Cable Car Museum
Cricket Museum
Cricket Museum
Holocaust Centre of New Zealand
Holocaust Centre of New Zealand
Katherine Mansfield House and Garden
Katherine Mansfield House and Garden
Munitions Laboratory and Muesum / Public Toilets
Museum of New Zealand
Museum of New Zealand
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Archives
Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Archives
Nairn Street Colonial Cottage
Nairn Street Colonial Cottage
New Zealand Police Museum
New Zealand Portrait Gallery
New Zealand Portrait Gallery
Pātaka Art + Museum
Petone Settlers Museum
Porirua Hospital Museum
Reserve Bank Museum
Reserve Bank Museum
Silver Stream Railway Museum
Space Place
Space Place
Te Māori Waiwhetu Cultural Centre and Museum
The Dowse Art Museum
Victoria University Classics Museum
Victoria University Classics Museum
Wellington Museum
Wellington Museum

Libraries in Te Aro

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alexander Turnbull Library0.0
Alexander Turnbull Library0.0
Brooklyn Library0.0
Brooklyn Library0.0
Cummings Park (Ngaio) Library0.0
Eastbourne Community Library0.0
He Matapihi Molesworth Library0.0
He Matapihi Molesworth Library0.0
Island Bay Library0.0
Island Bay Library0.0
Johnsonville Library0.0
Johnsonville Library0.0
Karori Library0.0
Khandallah Library0.0
Khandallah Library0.0
Library0.0
Lower Hutt War Memorial Library0.0
Massey University Library0.0
Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library0.0
Miramar Library0.0
Miramar Library0.0
Moera Library0.0
Naenae Kitty Mildenhall Community Library0.0
National Library of New Zealand0.0
Newtown Library0.0
Parliamentary Library0.0
Petone Community Library0.0
Pinehaven Library0.0
Porirua Library0.0
Ramsey House Library0.0
Ramsey House Library0.0
Ruth Gotlieb Library0.0
Ruth Gotlieb Library0.0
Stokes Valley Library0.0
Te Awe Library0.0
Te Awe Library0.0
Te Mataphi ki te ao nui / Central Library0.0
Titahi Bay Library0.0
VUW - Central Library0.0
VUW - Central Library0.0
VUW Law Library0.0
VUW Law Library0.0
Wadestown Library0.0
Wainuiomata Library0.0
Whitby Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Te Aro

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Harbourside Market
Harbourside Market
Newtown Fruit & Vegetables Market
Newtown Fruit & Vegetables Market
Riverbank Market
Waitangirua Market

Hotels in Te Aro

17 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aura Hotel
Bay Plaza Hotel
Cambridge Hotel
Halswell Lodge
Harbour City Motor Inn
Hotel Wellington Willis
Microtel by Wyndham Wellington
Mövenpick Hotel Wellington
Naumi Hotel
Oaks
Qt Wellington
Quest on Willis
Ramada Suites Wellington
The Intrepid Hotel
The Pohoutakawa Room
TRYP by Wyndham Wellington
U Boutique

Restaurants in Te Aro

126 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Apachè
Apapacho
Arashi Japanese Restaurant
Aroy Thai Eatery
Aunty Mena's Vegetarian Restaurant
Baar Baar
Babaili
Babaili
Big Thumb
Bitters & Love
Blue Nile
Capitol
Chongqing Kitchen
Chow
Cinta Malaysian Kitchen
Damascus
Dragon
Dragonfly
El Barrio
El Matador
Eleven Fifty Four
Encore
Floriditas
Fratelli
Fujiyama Teppanyaki
Grand Century
Great India
Green Parrot Cafe
Heartbraker Nashville Style Hot Chicken
Hei
Hideout
Highwater
Hippopotamus
Il Piccolo
Istana Malaysia
Jano Bistro
JinWeiDe Beef Noodles
Joe's Garage
Kazaguruma
Kazu Sushi-Go-Round
Kazu Yakitori & Sake Bar
KC Cafe
KCB
Kerā-la-Carte
Khao Soi
Kisa
KK Malaysian Restaurant
Koji
Le Bouillon Bel Air
Legend Kitchen
liberty
Little India
Little India
Little Penang
Logan Brown
Loosies Superette
Loretta
Los Banditos
Macha, Jom Tapau
Magic Kitchen
Majestic Cuisine
Mama Brown
Masala
Mekong Cafe
Mexico
Monsoon Poon
Mother of Coffee
Mughlai Mer-curries
Nando's
Napoli
Newkor Korean BBQ Restaurant
Ngon!
Nicolini's
Noble Rot
Nolita
Ombra
Origami
Ortega Fish Shack
Ozeki
Petra
Pho Mo
Pho Viet
Phuthai Esarn restaurant
Pizza Hut
R&S Satay Noodle House
Rajdhani
Rams
Rasa
Redhill
Regal Chinese Restaurant
Rock Yard
Saffron Haveli
Saigon Taste
Santeria
Satay Kingdom
Satay Malaysia
Satay Palace
Scopa
Seoul House
September Vegan Food
Shanghai Restaurant
Siem Reap Cambodian Restaurant
Somtum Thai
Southern Cross Garden Bar and Restaurant
Spice Paradise
Spizzico
St Pierre's Sushi
Sweet Mother's Kitchen
Taste of Home
Taste of India
Teddy’s Tacos
Thai Chefs Restaurant
The Catch Sushi Bar
The Flying Burrito Brothers
The Genghis Khan
The Oaks Satay Noodle House
The Old Quarter
Tiger Restaurant & KTV
TJ Katsu
Top Kitchen
Viva México
Where's Charlie?
Wildfire
Yor yak
Yor Yak Thai Eatery
Young Shing

Cafes in Te Aro

41 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Amuse Snack Bar
August Eatery
Best Ugly Bagels
Bicycle Junction
Caffe L’affare
Chouchou
Colombus
Cuba St Tavern
Customs
Deluxe
Eva's Garage
Fidel's Cafe
Good Grief
Havana Coffee
Le Samourai
Lovy's Eatery
Martha's Pantry
Midnight Espresso
Mystic Kitchen
Noah's Ark Teahouse
Noah's Ark Teahouse
Phoenician Falafel
Pour and Twist
Prefab
Raglan Roast
Raglan Roast
SaMick
Sixes & Sevens
Sketchbook
Squirrel
Swimsuit Coffee
Te Papa Cafe
Tea Talk
Teaology
The Lab
The Oatery
Völco
Wellington Chocolate Factory
West Two Espresso
Wucha
Zephyr

Cinemas in Te Aro

2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Embassy Theatre
Lighthouse Cuba

Theatres in Te Aro

9 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BATS Theatre
Circa Theatre
Gryphon Theatre
Hannah Playhouse
Soundings Theatre
St James Theatre
Tapere Iti
Tapere Nui
The Opera House

Monuments in Te Aro

3 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

HMNZS Wellington Propeller
Te Pikonga o Mapihi
Te Waimapihi

Clinics in Te Aro

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Capital Care Health Centre
Hania Street Clinic
Intensive Health Therapy
Wellington Sexual Health Service

Dentists in Te Aro

4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Lumino
Matt Barker Orthodonist
Supreme Dental Concepts
Wellington Orthodontic Associates

Gas Stations in Te Aro

3 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP Roadmaster
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Shopping Malls in Te Aro

1 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

James Smith Corner

Breweries in Te Aro

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Garage Project Wild Workshop
Garage Project Wild Workshop
Mean Doses
Mean Doses
Parrotdog Brewery
Parrotdog Brewery
The Malthouse
The Malthouse

Stadiums & Teams in Te Aro

TeamLeagueDivision
Basin Reserve
Hnry Stadium
National Hockey Stadium
Renouf Tennis Centre

Airports Near Te Aro

6 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Wellington International AirportWLGLarge Airport
Paraparaumu AirportPPQMedium Airport
Cape Campbell airstrip-Small Airport
Martinborough Airport-Small Airport
Otaki Airport-Small Airport
Papawai Airfield-Small Airport

Treatment Centers in Te Aro

11 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
ABI Rehabilitation Specialists
Capital Care Health Centre
Dilworth Hearing
Hikitia Te Wairua
Karori Village Health Centre
Peninsula Medical Centre
Rangipapa Forensic Psychiatry Inpatient Unit
Snip Vasectomy
Student Health
The Sports and Pain Clinic
Wellington Sexual Health Service

Churches & Religious Organizations in Te Aro

14 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Abundant Life Centre / Abundant Life Church Wellington
Cambridge Terrace Congregational Church
City On A Hill Evangelical Church
Elim International Church
Saint Peter's on Willis Anglican Church
The Salvation Army
The Street Church - City
Theosophical Society
Vivian Street Gospel Hall
Wellington Christian Revival Church
Wellington Full Gospel Church
Wellington Greek Orthodox Church (Cathedral of the Annunciation of the Virgin Mary)
Wellington Progressive Jewish Congregation
Wesley Methodist 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 Te Aro

What is the population of Te Aro?

Te Aro has a population of 14,600 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 61 people per square mile, spread across 239.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.

Is Te Aro expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,800, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $286,000 (1% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,430 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Te Aro?

Te Aro enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.

How is the job market in Te Aro?

The unemployment rate in Te Aro 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 1,343 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Te Aro?

The median home value in Te Aro is $286,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,430. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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