All Countries
Upper Hutt, New Zealand
Wellington Region · New Zealand
Upper Hutt is a mid-size city in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 47,500. Elevation: 197 ft (60 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
Discover Upper Hutt, New Zealand
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
People
Economy
BHousing
CClimate
| Population | 47,500 |
| Population Density | 227 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.1383°, 175.0502° |
| 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 | $33,780 |
| Median Age | 41.9 years |
About Upper Hutt
Upper Hutt is a mid-size city in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 47,500. The city sits at an elevation of 197 feet (60 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
Upper Hutt vs New Zealand Average
Income: Upper Hutt vs New Zealand
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,780 |
| 55% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $33,780 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $650 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 4,370 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $270,400 |
| 4% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,352 |
| 16% above New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 64.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 64.8% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.2% |
| Housing Units | 19,000 |
Property Tax
Climate in Upper Hutt
Upper Hutt 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 | 197 ft (60 m) |
| Area | 209.3 sq mi (542.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 227/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -41.1383°N, 175.0502°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
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 | - | 13 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 100 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 87 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | - | - | 119 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 4.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 60°F (16°C) | 3.4 in | Driest |
| March | 58°F (15°C) | 4.8 in | |
| April | 54°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 6.6 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 6.8 in | Coldest |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 7.5 in | Wettest |
| August | 45°F (7°C) | 6.2 in | |
| September | 48°F (9°C) | 5.7 in | |
| October | 51°F (11°C) | 6.1 in | |
| November | 54°F (12°C) | 4.8 in | |
| December | 58°F (14°C) | 5.5 in |
Upper Hutt has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 45°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.5") and February the driest (3.4").
Radio Stations near Upper Hutt
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 Upper Hutt
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golder's Cottage | ||||
| Kapiti Aviation Museum | ||||
| Munitions Laboratory and Muesum / Public Toilets | ||||
| New Zealand Police Museum | ||||
| Paekakariki Station and Museum | ||||
| Pātaka Art + Museum | ||||
| Petone Settlers Museum | ||||
| Porirua Hospital Museum | ||||
| Silver Stream Railway Museum | ||||
| Southward Car Museum | ||||
| Te Māori Waiwhetu Cultural Centre and Museum | ||||
| The Dowse Art Museum | ||||
| Wellington Tramway Museum |
Libraries in Upper Hutt
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastbourne Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Johnsonville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Johnsonville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lower Hutt War Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Miramar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Miramar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moera Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naenae Kitty Mildenhall Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paekākāriki Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paraparaumu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Petone Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pinehaven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porirua Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pukerua Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pukerua Bay Library Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Stokes Valley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Titahi Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Upper Hutt City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wainuiomata Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitby Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Upper Hutt
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverbank Market | |||||
| Waitangirua Market |
Restaurants in Upper Hutt
1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Upper Hutt
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Upper Hutt
1 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Upper Hutt
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boneface Brewing Co | ||||
| Duncan's Brewing Company | ||||
| Kereru Brewing Company, Limited | ||||
| Panhead Brewery | ||||
| Te Aro Brewing Company | ||||
| Tuatara Brewery |
Airports Near Upper Hutt
7 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington International Airport | WLG | Large Airport |
| Hood Airport | MRO | Medium Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| Foxpine Aerodrome | - | Small Airport |
| Martinborough Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papawai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Upper Hutt
5 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ABI Rehabilitation Specialists | ||
| Hand Rehab | ||
| Hikitia Te Wairua | ||
| Peninsula Medical Centre | ||
| Rangipapa Forensic Psychiatry Inpatient Unit |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Upper Hutt
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| The King’s Arms Church |
Quick Facts
🇳🇿 About New Zealand
Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Upper Hutt.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Upper Hutt
What is the population of Upper Hutt?
Upper Hutt has a population of 47,500 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 227 people per square mile, spread across 209.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.9 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Upper Hutt expensive to live in?
The median household income is $33,780, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $270,400 (4% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,352 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Upper Hutt?
Upper Hutt 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 Upper Hutt?
Upper Hutt has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.1%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $650. There are 4,370 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Upper Hutt?
The median home value in Upper Hutt is $270,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,352. The homeownership rate is 64.8%.