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Te Puru, New Zealand

Waikato Region · New Zealand

Te Puru is a small town in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 846. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
846 Population 1/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
76.5 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$36,240 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$36,240 median income, 2.5% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$395,200 home value, $1,976/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population846
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density1/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$36,240
Per Capita$36,240
Unemployment2.5%

Housing

F
Home Value$395,200
Rent$1,976
Ownership82.3%
Housing Units338

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain76.5 in/yr
Sunny Days197/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population846
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-37.0466°, 175.5204°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceWaikato Region
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation76.5 inches (1,944 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$36,240
Median Age41.0 years

About Te Puru

Te Puru is a small town in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 846. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Te Puru has a population of 846 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,301.1 square miles. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

846
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above New Zealand avg
1,301.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Te Puru vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Te Puru is $36,240, which is 52% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $36,240. The average weekly wage is $697, 51% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 78 business establishments.

Income: Te Puru vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,240
52% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$36,240
Avg Weekly Wage$697

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)78

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Te Puru is $395,200, 40% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,976 (70% above the national average of $1,163). 82.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 338 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$395,200
40% above New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,976
70% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership82.3%
Owner-Occupied82.3%
Renter-Occupied17.7%
Housing Units338

Property Tax

Te Puru experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 47°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 197 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 76.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 47°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average55.0°F
2% above New Zealand avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average47°F (8°C)
Sunny Days197 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area1,301.1 sq mi (3,369.7 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates-37.0466°N, 175.5204°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.5"
101% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Aug) 8.46"
Driest Month (Jan) 4.41"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

782 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 138 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 137 km
Mar 22, 1990 115 km NE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.6 150 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 148 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 112 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 146 km
Aug 17, 2002 13 km W of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.3 145 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 148 km
Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 78 km
Jun 12, 2008 45 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.2 150 km
Mar 21, 2009 North Island of New Zealand M5.1 144 km
Feb 4, 2020 15 km ENE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.1 121 km
Sep 8, 2002 25 km N of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.1 141 km
Jan 4, 2020 99 km E of Tairua, New Zealand M5.1 129 km
Jan 24, 2021 16 km E of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.1 147 km
Mar 20, 2011 30 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.0 108 km
Jul 2, 2021 7 km N of Maketu, New Zealand M5.0 109 km
Mar 28, 2007 17 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.0 141 km
Aug 1, 2021 11 km S of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.0 147 km
Sep 23, 2015 17 km SW of Rotorua, New Zealand M5.0 146 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Auckland Volcanic Field (60 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 60 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 70 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 147 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 156 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 160 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 169 km
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 183 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 4.4 in Driest
February 63°F (17°C) 4.6 in Warmest
March 61°F (16°C) 6.9 in
April 57°F (14°C) 6.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 6.5 in
June 48°F (9°C) 8.2 in
July 47°F (8°C) 7.8 in Coldest
August 48°F (9°C) 8.5 in Wettest
September 51°F (10°C) 8.1 in
October 54°F (12°C) 5.2 in
November 57°F (14°C) 4.6 in
December 60°F (16°C) 5.6 in

Te Puru has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 47°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 76.6 inches, with August being the wettest month (8.5") and January the driest (4.4").

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Schools in Te Puru

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Tapu School
Te Puru School
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Radio Stations near Te Puru

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFM Coromandel community radio, contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps
Radio Te Aroha 88FM community, oldies MP3 128 kbps
The Rhythm 89FM alternative, local AAC

Museums in Te Puru

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mercury Bay Museum
Thames Historical Museum
Thames School of Mines Museum

Libraries in Te Puru

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ferry Landing Public Library0.0
Library0.0
Mercury Bay Public Library0.0
Thames Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Te Puru

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers Market

Cafes in Te Puru

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waiomu Beach Café

Gas Stations in Te Puru

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waitomo

Airports Near Te Puru

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Auckland International AirportAKLLarge Airport
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
Tauranga AirportTRGMedium Airport
Coromandel AirportCMVSmall Airport
Drury AirfieldSmall Airport
Great Mercury AirportSmall Airport
Kelly FieldSmall Airport
Matakana Island AirportSmall Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Mercer1 PDZ AirportSmall Airport
Pauanui AerodromeSmall Airport
Te Aroha AirfieldSmall Airport
Te Kowhai AirfieldSmall Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport
Waihi Beach AirportSmall Airport
Whitianga AirportWTZSmall Airport

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Waterfalls
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Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Puru

What is the population of Te Puru?

Te Puru has a population of 846 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,301.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.0 years.

Is Te Puru expensive to live in?

The median household income is $36,240, 52% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $395,200 (40% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,976 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Te Puru?

Te Puru has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 197 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 76.5 inches.

How is the job market in Te Puru?

The job market in Te Puru is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $697. There are 78 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Te Puru?

The median home value in Te Puru is $395,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,976. The homeownership rate is 82.3%.

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