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Utuhina, New Zealand
Bay of Plenty · New Zealand
Utuhina is a small town in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand with a population of 1,620. Elevation: 955 ft (291 m). Average temperature: 53°F (12°C).
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About Utuhina
Utuhina is a suburb of Rotorua in the Bay of Plenty Region of New Zealand's North Island.
People
Economy
C+Housing
FClimate
| Population | 1,620 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 955 ft (291 m) |
| Coordinates | -38.1436°, 176.2309° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Bay of Plenty |
| 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 | $23,940 |
| Median Age | 36.2 years |
About Utuhina
Utuhina is a small town in New Zealand (Bay of Plenty) with a population of 1,620. The city sits at an elevation of 955 feet (291 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
Utuhina vs New Zealand Average
Income: Utuhina vs New Zealand
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $23,940 |
| 68% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,940 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $460 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.1% |
| 69% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 149 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $228,800 |
| 19% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,144 |
| 2% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 60.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 60.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 39.7% |
| Housing Units | 648 |
Property Tax
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 | 955 ft (291 m) |
| Area | 1,009.6 sq mi (2,614.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -38.1436°N, 176.2309°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 | 101 km |
| 2022 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 79 km |
| 1956 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | — | 92 km |
| 1895 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 76 km |
| 1846 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Unknown | — | — | 101 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
9 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Okataina (24 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 24 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 32 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 33 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 78 km |
| Mayor Island | Shield | 355 m (1,165 ft) | -5060 | 96 km |
| Whakaari/White Island | Stratovolcano(es) | 294 m (965 ft) | 2019 | 108 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 124 km |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 139 km |
| Auckland Volcanic Field | Volcanic field | 260 m (853 ft) | 1350 | 183 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 60°F (16°C) | 4.4 in | Driest |
| February | 64°F (18°C) | 4.5 in | Warmest |
| March | 61°F (16°C) | 5.9 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 5.0 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 5.5 in | |
| June | 47°F (8°C) | 6.3 in | |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 6.2 in | Coldest |
| August | 47°F (8°C) | 6.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 6.0 in | |
| October | 54°F (12°C) | 5.2 in | |
| November | 57°F (14°C) | 5.0 in | |
| December | 61°F (16°C) | 5.6 in |
Utuhina has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 45°F in July to 64°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 66.4 inches, with August being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (4.4").
Schools in Utuhina
14 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Michael's Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
| Westbrook School | — | — | — | — |
| Otonga Road Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Western Heights Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Kaitao Intermediate School | — | — | — | — |
| Western Heights High School | — | — | — | — |
| Aorangi School | — | — | — | — |
| Malfroy School | — | — | — | — |
| John Paul College | — | — | — | — |
| Rotorua Girls' High School | — | — | — | — |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Hurungaterangi | — | — | — | — |
| Sunset Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Horohoro School | — | — | — | — |
| Rotorua Specialist School - Te Kura Pūkenga O Rotorua | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Utuhina
2 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sub FM | deep house, drum 'n' bass | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Gaia FM (New Zealand) | celtic, easy listening | AAC+ 128 kbps |
Museums in Utuhina
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barracks Museum | ||||
| Rotorua Museum | ||||
| Te Amorangi Museum | ||||
| Wairoa Museum |
Libraries in Utuhina
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Friends of the Rotorua Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rotorua District Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Utuhina
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bok Shop | |||||
| New CaMart | |||||
| Newland Food Market | |||||
| Rotorua Night Market | |||||
| Super Save Rotorua |
Restaurants in Utuhina
3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Utuhina
5 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Utuhina
1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Utuhina
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Utuhina
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Utuhina
1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Utuhina
5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Utuhina
2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Utuhina
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Utuhina
15 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rotorua Regional Airport | ROT | Medium Airport |
| Taupo Airport | TUO | Medium Airport |
| Tauranga Airport | TRG | Medium Airport |
| Whakatāne Airport | WHK | Medium Airport |
| Centennial Park Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Galatea Airfield | — | 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 |
| Te Aroha Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tokoroa Airfield | TKZ | Small Airport |
| Waihi Beach Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Wharepapa South Airport | — | Small Airport |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Utuhina
11 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Cook Islands Christian Church Rotorua | |
| Equippers Church Rotorua | |
| Galilee Korean Church | |
| Hindu Heritage Centre Rotorua | |
| Maranatha Fellowship Seventh Day Adventist Church | |
| Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa | |
| Roosevelt Road Bible Church | |
| Rotorua Bible Baptist Church | |
| Rotorua Islamic Association | |
| Rotorua Methodist Church | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints |
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Public Holidays in New Zealand
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What is the population of Utuhina?
Utuhina has a population of 1,620 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,009.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.2 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Utuhina expensive to live in?
The median household income is $23,940, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $228,800 (19% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,144 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Utuhina?
Utuhina 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 Utuhina?
The unemployment rate in Utuhina is 6.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $460. There are 149 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Utuhina?
The median home value in Utuhina is $228,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,144. The homeownership rate is 60.3%.