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Tokoroa, New Zealand
Waikato Region · New Zealand
Tokoroa is a small city in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 14,500. Elevation: 1,135 ft (346 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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People
Economy
DHousing
FClimate
| Population | 14,500 |
| Population Density | 2,401 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 1,135 ft (346 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.2333°, 175.8667° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Waikato Region |
| Average Temperature | 53°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 94.0 inches (2,388 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.2 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $18,660 |
| Median Age | 40.1 years |
About Tokoroa
Tokoroa is a small city in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 14,500. The city sits at an elevation of 1,135 feet (346 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 60°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 94.0 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Tokoroa vs New Zealand Average
Income: Tokoroa vs New Zealand
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $18,660 |
| 75% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $18,660 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $359 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 12.3% |
| 242% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,334 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $171,600 |
| 39% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $858 |
| 26% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 60.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 39.2% |
| Housing Units | 5,800 |
Property Tax
Climate in Tokoroa
Tokoroa has an average annual temperature of 13.8°C (57°F). The hottest month is Jan (19.2°C), the coldest is Jul (9°C). Average annual precipitation is 1217 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 276 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,135 ft (346 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,401/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.2333°N, 175.8667°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | 82 km |
| 2022 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 64 km |
| 1956 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | — | 74 km |
| 1895 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 64 km |
| 1846 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Unknown | — | — | 82 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
10 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Maroa (28 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 28 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 45 km |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 57 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 66 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 105 km |
| Mayor Island | Shield | 355 m (1,165 ft) | -5060 | 111 km |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 119 km |
| Whakaari/White Island | Stratovolcano(es) | 294 m (965 ft) | 2019 | 140 km |
| Auckland Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 260 m (853 ft) | 1350 | 172 km |
| Taranaki | Stratovolcano | 2,518 m (8,261 ft) | 1800 | 196 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 4.5 in | |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 4.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.5 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 5.0 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 5.9 in | Coldest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 5.9 in | |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 5.9 in | |
| September | 49°F (9°C) | 6.0 in | Wettest |
| October | 52°F (11°C) | 5.3 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 5.8 in |
Tokoroa has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 45°F in June to 62°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 62.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.0") and February the driest (4.3").
Colleges & Universities in Tokoroa
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Industry Training Works Training Centre | College | — | — |
| Te Wananga O Aotearoa | College | — | Visit → |
| Toi Ohomai Te Pūkenga | College | — | Visit → |
Schools in Tokoroa
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tokoroa Central School | — | — | — | — |
| Tokoroa North School | — | — | — | — |
| Strathmore School | — | — | — | — |
| Tainui Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Hiringa | — | — | — | — |
| David Henry School | — | — | — | — |
| Cargill Open Plan School | — | — | — | — |
| Amisfield School | — | — | — | — |
| Forest View High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tokoroa High School | — | — | — | — |
| Tokoroa Intermediate School | — | — | — | — |
| Bishop Edward Gaines Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Tokoroa
3 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cool Blue Taupo | jazz | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Chill-Radio | chill, relax | AAC 48 kbps | |
| Ski FM | contemporary hits, ski mountain | AAC 128 kbps |
Museums in Tokoroa
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Zealand Timber Museum | ||||
| Tirau Museum |
Libraries in Tokoroa
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Putaruru Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tokoroa Public Library | 0.0 |
Hotels in Tokoroa
1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Tokoroa
4 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Tokoroa
7 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Tokoroa
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Tokoroa
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Tokoroa
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Tokoroa
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Tokoroa
7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Tokoroa
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Tokoroa
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Tokoroa
16 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton International Airport | HLZ | Medium Airport |
| Rotorua Regional Airport | ROT | Medium Airport |
| Taupo Airport | TUO | Medium Airport |
| Tauranga Airport | TRG | Medium Airport |
| Centennial Park Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Matakana Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Matamata Glider Airport | MTA | Small Airport |
| Motiti Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Tarawera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Rangitaiki Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Taumarunui Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Te Kowhai Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Te Kuiti Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Tokoroa Airfield | TKZ | Small Airport |
| Turangi Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wharepapa South Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Tokoroa
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Activate Church | |
| Balmoral Drive Gospel Chapel | |
| Elim Christian Centre Hamilton | |
| Grace and Truth Independent Baptist Church | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses | |
| Living Hope Baptist Church | |
| Saint Francis Anglican | |
| Saint Lukes Pacific Island Church | |
| Saint Marks Presbyterian | |
| Saint Pauls Methodist | |
| Saint Pius X Catholic Church / St Pius X Parish | |
| Salvation Army Tokoroa Corps Family Worship Centre | |
| Samoan Assembly of God | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Tokoroa Seventh Day Adventist |
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What is the population of Tokoroa?
Tokoroa has a population of 14,500 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2,401 people per square mile, spread across 6.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years.
Is Tokoroa expensive to live in?
The median household income is $18,660, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $171,600 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $858 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Tokoroa?
Tokoroa has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 60°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 276 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 94.0 inches.
How is the job market in Tokoroa?
The job market in Tokoroa faces challenges, with unemployment at 12.3% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $359. There are 1,334 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Tokoroa?
The median home value in Tokoroa is $171,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $858. The homeownership rate is 60.8%.