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Waipu, New Zealand

Northland · New Zealand

Waipu is a small town in Northland, New Zealand with a population of 1,410. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
1,410 Population 231/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 14°C
76.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$17,160 Median Income
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Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$17,160 median income, 3.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$234,000 home value, $1,170/mo rent

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About Waipu

Waipu

Waipu is a small town in Bream Bay, in the Northland Region of New Zealand. The town has a Scottish heritage; a highlight of the town's calendar is the annual Highland Games held at New Year. Near the town are the Waipū Caves, which contain a significant population of glow worms.

People

Population1,410
Median Age57.5 yrs
Density231/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$17,160
Per Capita$17,160
Unemployment3.0%

Housing

F
Home Value$234,000
Rent$1,170
Ownership76.8%
Housing Units564

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (14°C)
Rain76.3 in/yr
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population1,410
Population Density231 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-35.9833°, 174.4500°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceNorthland
Average Temperature58°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation76.3 inches (1,937 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$17,160
Median Age57.5 years

About Waipu

Waipu is a small town in New Zealand (Northland) with a population of 1,410. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 76.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Waipu has a population of 1,410 with a density of 231 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles. The median age is 57.5 years, 48% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,410
Total Population
231
People / sq mi
57.5yrs
Median Age
48% above New Zealand avg
6.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Waipu vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Waipu is $17,160, which is 77% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,160 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $330, 77% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). The area has 130 business establishments.

Income: Waipu vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$17,160
77% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$17,160
Avg Weekly Wage$330

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)130

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Waipu is $234,000, 17% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 76.8% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 564 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 13.6x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$234,000
17% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,170
1% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership76.8%
Owner-Occupied76.8%
Renter-Occupied23.2%
Housing Units564

Property Tax

Waipu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 297 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 76.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average57.6°F
7% above New Zealand avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area6.1 sq mi (15.8 km²)
Population Density231/sq mi
Coordinates-35.9833°N, 174.4500°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 76.3"
101% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.93"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.62"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 1, 2011.

Feb 21, 2007 30 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M4.5 82 km
Mar 13, 2007 26 km NNW of Coromandel, New Zealand M4.0 104 km
Feb 21, 2007 31 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M3.8 82 km
Jul 1, 2011 5 km NNW of Tamaki, New Zealand M2.9 102 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Whangarei (31 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 31 km
Kaikohe-Bay of Islands Volcanic field 388 m (1,273 ft) 400 91 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 109 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.6 in Driest
February 67°F (19°C) 4.0 in Warmest
March 65°F (18°C) 4.8 in
April 61°F (16°C) 5.0 in
May 57°F (14°C) 5.0 in
June 53°F (12°C) 6.9 in Wettest
July 52°F (11°C) 6.1 in Coldest
August 52°F (11°C) 6.1 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in
November 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in

Waipu has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 52°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 57.4 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.9") and January the driest (3.6").

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Schools in Waipu

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Waipu Primary School
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Radio Stations near Waipu

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Beagle 88.1 alternative, funk MP3 320 kbps
The Wireless (Today's Best Country) country MP3
The Generator classic rock, hard rock MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Waipu

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mangawhai Museum
Medical Museum
Packard & Pioneer Museum
Waipu Museum
Whangarei Museum

Libraries in Waipu

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kaiwaka Library0.0
Mangawhai Public Library0.0
Public Library0.0
The Ruakaka Hub Library and Service Centre0.0

Hotels in Waipu

2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waipu Cove Resort
Waipu Hotel

Restaurants in Waipu

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lydia Sushi
McLeod's Pizza Barn

Cafes in Waipu

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cove Cafe
FEOH
Food45 Cafe

Veterinaries in Waipu

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Vet Centre
YourVet

Gas Stations in Waipu

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S.

Stadiums & Teams in Waipu

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Ski Resorts Near Waipu

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Snowplanet 0.0 $0

Airports Near Waipu

23 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kerikeri AirportKKEMedium Airport
Whangarei AirportWREMedium Airport
Dargaville AerodromeDGRSmall Airport
Kaikohe AirportKKOSmall Airport
Kaipara Flats AirportSmall Airport
Koheroa AirstripSmall Airport
Maromaku West AirstripSmall Airport
North Shore AerodromeSmall Airport
Omaha Flats AirportSmall Airport
Omapere AirstripSmall Airport
Parakai AerodromeSmall Airport
Pouerua AirstripSmall Airport
Remuera Settlement AirstripSmall Airport
Ruapekapeka AirstripSmall Airport
Ruawai AerodromeSmall Airport
Springhill AirportSmall Airport
Tahere AirstripSmall Airport
Te Kene AirstripSmall Airport
Toots AirstripSmall Airport
Waiaruhe AirstripSmall Airport
Waihou Valley AirstripSmall Airport
Waitotehoanga AirstripSmall Airport
Waro AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Waipu

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Lotto & Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Waipu

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St Peters
Waipu presbyterian Church
Waipu Presbyterian Church

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

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 Waipu

What is the population of Waipu?

Waipu has a population of 1,410 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 231 people per square mile, spread across 6.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 57.5 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Waipu expensive to live in?

The median household income is $17,160, 77% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $234,000 (17% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,170 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 13.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Waipu?

Waipu enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 297 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 76.3 inches.

How is the job market in Waipu?

Waipu has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.0%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $330. There are 130 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Waipu?

The median home value in Waipu is $234,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,170. The homeownership rate is 76.8%.

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