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Waihi Beach, New Zealand

Bay of Plenty · New Zealand

Waihi Beach is a small town in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand with a population of 2,670. Elevation: 56 ft (17 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
2,670 Population 3/sq mi density
56 ft Elevation 17 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
104.5 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$48,800 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,800 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$218,400 home value, $1,092/mo rent

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About Waihi Beach

Waihi Beach

Waihi Beach is a coastal town at the western end of the Bay of Plenty in New Zealand's North Island. It lies 10 kilometres to the east of the town of Waihi, at the foot of the Coromandel Peninsula. The main beach is 10 kilometres long. The town had a permanent population of 2,620 as of June 2025.

People

Population2,670
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density3/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$48,800
Per Capita$49,076
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

A
Home Value$218,400
Rent$1,092
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units1,068

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain104.5 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Population2,670
Population Density3 / sq mi
Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Coordinates-37.4000°, 175.9333°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceBay of Plenty
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation104.5 inches (2,655 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$48,800
Median Age37.2 years

About Waihi Beach

Waihi Beach is a small town in New Zealand (Bay of Plenty) with a population of 2,670. The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet (17 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 104.5 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Waihi Beach has a population of 2,670 with a density of 3 people per square mile, spread across 971.1 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

2,670
Total Population
3
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg
971.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Waihi Beach vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Waihi Beach is $48,800, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,076 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $944, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 246 business establishments.

Income: Waihi Beach vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$48,800
35% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$49,076
Avg Weekly Wage$944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
41% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)246

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Waihi Beach is $218,400, 23% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,092 (6% below the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 1,068 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$218,400
23% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,092
6% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units1,068

Property Tax

Waihi Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 104.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 56 feet.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average59.2°F
10% above New Zealand avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation56 ft (17 m)
Area971.1 sq mi (2,515.0 km²)
Population Density3/sq mi
Coordinates-37.4000°N, 175.9333°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 104.5"
175% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.77"
Driest Month (Jan) 4.41"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,295 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.5. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Dec 15, 1994 83 km NNE of Opotiki, New Zealand M6.5 141 km
Dec 7, 2012 27 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M6.3 115 km
Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 88 km
Oct 25, 1999 24 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M6.2 145 km
Aug 18, 1999 74 km N of Opotiki, New Zealand M5.7 124 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 98 km
May 5, 2023 82 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 117 km
Oct 16, 2012 8 km NE of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 139 km
Jan 27, 2011 21 km NNW of Taupo, New Zealand M5.6 123 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 84 km
Mar 22, 1990 115 km NE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.6 124 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 74 km
Jul 5, 2011 29 km W of Taupo, New Zealand M5.5 143 km
Sep 29, 2010 126 km ENE of Tairua, New Zealand M5.4 136 km
Mar 23, 1999 12 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.4 93 km
Mar 17, 2023 8 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.3 95 km
Apr 8, 2006 20 km SE of Tokoroa, New Zealand M5.3 107 km
Aug 17, 2002 13 km W of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.3 92 km
Mar 31, 1994 34 km NE of Murupara, New Zealand M5.2 138 km
Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 29 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mayor Island (31 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 31 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 94 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 109 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 111 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 114 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 119 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 158 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 197 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 4.4 in Warmest, Driest
February 65°F (19°C) 4.5 in
March 63°F (17°C) 6.2 in
April 58°F (15°C) 4.8 in
May 53°F (12°C) 5.8 in
June 49°F (10°C) 6.8 in Coldest, Wettest
July 52°F (11°C) 6.5 in
August 50°F (10°C) 6.7 in
September 53°F (11°C) 5.5 in
October 56°F (13°C) 4.7 in
November 59°F (15°C) 4.6 in
December 63°F (17°C) 5.5 in

Waihi Beach has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 49°F in June to 66°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 66.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.8") and January the driest (4.4").

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Schools in Waihi Beach

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Waihi Beach Primary School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Waihi Beach

5 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
RadiJohan decades, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
Radio Te Aroha 88FM community, oldies MP3 128 kbps
The Rhythm 89FM alternative, local AAC

Museums in Waihi Beach

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Heritage museum
Te Aroha District Museum
Tramway Museum
Whangamata War Memorial Hall

Libraries in Waihi Beach

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Former Katikati Library0.0
Library and Service Centre0.0
Omokoroa Library0.0
Te Aroha Library0.0
Waihi Library0.0
Waihi Public Library0.0

Hotels in Waihi Beach

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waihi Beach Hotel

Restaurants in Waihi Beach

5 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Angelos
Crazy Tandoor
The Porch
The Secret Garden
Waihi Beach RSA

Cafes in Waihi Beach

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Strata
Flat White Cafe
Surf Shack Eatery

Veterinaries in Waihi Beach

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waihi Beach Vets

Gas Stations in Waihi Beach

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S.

Airports Near Waihi Beach

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hamilton International AirportHLZMedium Airport
Rotorua Regional AirportROTMedium Airport
Tauranga AirportTRGMedium Airport
Coromandel AirportCMVSmall Airport
Matakana Island Airport—Small Airport
Matamata Glider AirportMTASmall Airport
Motiti Island Airport—Small Airport
Pauanui Aerodrome—Small Airport
Te Aroha Airfield—Small Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Waihi Beach Airport—Small Airport
Wharepapa South Airport—Small Airport
Whitianga AirportWTZSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Waihi Beach

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Beach Christian Centre / Freedom Church
St Peter's by the Sea
United Church

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Waterfalls
1
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

Volcanoes Near Waihi Beach

Volcano Type Elevation Last Eruption
Mayor Island Shield 355 m 5060 BC

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 Waihi Beach

What is the population of Waihi Beach?

Waihi Beach has a population of 2,670 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 3 people per square mile, spread across 971.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.

Is Waihi Beach expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,800, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $218,400 (23% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,092 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Waihi Beach?

Waihi Beach enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 104.5 inches.

How is the job market in Waihi Beach?

The unemployment rate in Waihi Beach is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 246 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Waihi Beach?

The median home value in Waihi Beach is $218,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,092. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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