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Te Horo, New Zealand
Wellington Region · New Zealand
Te Horo is a small town in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 698. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
BHousing
C+Climate
| Population | 698 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | -40.8000°, 175.1000° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Wellington Region |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.1 inches (1,782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,000 |
| Median Age | 50.3 years |
About Te Horo
Te Horo is a small town in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 698. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Te Horo vs New Zealand Average
Income: Te Horo vs New Zealand
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,000 |
| 64% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,000 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $519 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 64 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $197,600 |
| 30% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $988 |
| 15% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 85.5% |
| Owner-Occupied | 85.5% |
| Renter-Occupied | 14.5% |
| Housing Units | 279 |
Property Tax
Climate in Te Horo
Te Horo has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 990 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 410.7 sq mi (1,063.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -40.8000°N, 175.1000°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1931 | N. NEW ZEALAND | Eruption + Earthquake | 15.0 m | 261 | 139 km |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | — | 51 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 131 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 119 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (174 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 174 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 188 km |
| Taranaki | Stratovolcano | 2,518 m (8,261 ft) | 1800 | 188 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 3.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 63°F (17°C) | 2.3 in | Driest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| April | 56°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 3.9 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 4.2 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 3.9 in | |
| September | 51°F (11°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 3.9 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 3.7 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 3.9 in |
Te Horo has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 48°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 45.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.3").
Schools in Te Horo
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Te Horo School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Te Horo
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 Horo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kapiti Aviation Museum | ||||
| Kapiti Coast Museum | ||||
| Otaki Museum | ||||
| Paekakariki Station and Museum | ||||
| Southward Car Museum | ||||
| Wellington Tramway Museum |
Libraries in Te Horo
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ōtaki Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paekākāriki Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paraparaumu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pukerua Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pukerua Bay Library Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Takere | 0.0 | |||||
| Waikanae Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Te Horo
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Te Horo
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duncan's Brewing Company | ||||
| Tuatara Brewery |
Airports Near Te Horo
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington International Airport | WLG | Large Airport |
| Hood Airport | MRO | Medium Airport |
| Palmerston North Airport | PMR | Medium Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| RNZAF Base Ohakea | OHA | Medium Airport |
| Feilding Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Foxpine Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Martinborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Papawai Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Te Horo
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Margaret's Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Te Horo?
Te Horo has a population of 698 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 410.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 50.3 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Te Horo expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,000, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $197,600 (30% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $988 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Te Horo?
Te Horo enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Te Horo?
The job market in Te Horo is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $519. There are 64 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Te Horo?
The median home value in Te Horo is $197,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $988. The homeownership rate is 85.5%.