Waimate, New Zealand

Bachelor's+ 35.0%

4% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 33.6%

5% higher than US avg

Unemployment 5.1%

41% higher than US avg

People

Population3,650

Median Age37.2 yrs

DensityN/A

Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$49,076

Unemployment5.1%

PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.6%

UninsuredN/A

Smoking7.0%

Depression5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)

AQI79 (Moderate)

Rain39.0 in/yr

Sunny Days283/yr

Elevation200 ft (61 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+35.0%

High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A

Broadband96.2%

Population	3,650
Elevation	200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates	-44.7284°, 171.0501°
Timezone	Pacific/Auckland
Country	🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / Province	Canterbury
Average Temperature	51°F (10°C)
January Average	59°F (15°C)
July Average	41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation	39.0 inches (990 mm)
Annual Snowfall	1.9 inches (5 cm)
Median Age	37.2 years

Is Waimate a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Waimate receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Waimate offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Waimate experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July. With 283 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Waimate has a population of 3,650. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,650

Total Population

37.2yrs

Median Age

4% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%

Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Waimate vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages	100%

Social Characteristics

Waimate vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Waimate is N/A. Per capita income is $49,076 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 88.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Waimate vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$49,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	5.1%
	41% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	88.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Waimate, 33.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.9% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.2% report binge drinking. 88.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Waimate vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	33.6%
	5% above US avg
Diabetes	6.9%
High Blood Pressure	30.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	7.0%
	50% below US avg
Binge Drinking	9.2%
Physical Inactivity	88.7%
Depression	5.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	89.0%

Food & Exercise

Waimate experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 283 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 39.0 inches. The area receives 1.9 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 200 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)

Annual Average	50.5°F
	6% below US avg
January Average	59°F (15°C)
July Average	41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days	283 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.0 inches
	3% above US avg
Snowfall	1.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	79.0
Rating	Moderate
Good Days %	65.3%

Geography

Elevation	200 ft (61 m)
Coordinates	-44.7284°N, 171.0501°W
Timezone	Pacific/Auckland

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	59°F (15°C)	1.9 in
February	60°F (16°C)	1.7 in	Warmest
March	58°F (14°C)	2.0 in
April	53°F (12°C)	1.7 in
May	48°F (9°C)	1.9 in
June	43°F (6°C)	1.3 in
July	41°F (5°C)	1.7 in	Coldest
August	45°F (7°C)	1.6 in
September	48°F (9°C)	1.2 in	Driest
October	52°F (11°C)	1.9 in
November	55°F (13°C)	1.8 in
December	58°F (14°C)	2.1 in	Wettest

Waimate has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F — from 41°F in July to 60°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 20.7 inches, with December being the wettest month (2.1") and September the driest (1.2").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	35.0%
	4% above US avg
High School+	99.0%

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	96.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Waimate

What is the population of Waimate?

Waimate has a population of 3,650 residents and is located in New Zealand.. The median age of residents is 37.2 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Waimate expensive to live in?

Waimate is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Waimate?

Waimate has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 41°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.0 inches, with 1.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Waimate?

The unemployment rate in Waimate is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Waimate?

35.0% of adults in Waimate hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Waimate?

The obesity rate in Waimate is 33.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 88.7% are physically inactive. 5.8% of residents report depression.

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Waimate vs U.S. Average

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Income: Waimate vs U.S.

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Health Metrics: Waimate vs U.S. Average (%)

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