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Waitangi, New Zealand

Chatham Islands · New Zealand

Waitangi is a small town in Chatham Islands, New Zealand with a population of 140. Elevation: 59 ft (18 m). Average temperature: 53°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
140 Population
59 ft Elevation 18 meters
53°F Avg Temperature 11°C
39.8 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Chatham Timezone
$48,800 Median Income
B+
Overall
3.5 / 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
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$245,400 home value, $1,227/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population140
Median Age37.2 yrs

Economy

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

Housing

B+
Home Value$245,400
Rent$1,227
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units56

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Population140
Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-43.9535°, -176.5597°
TimezonePacific/Chatham
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceChatham Islands
Average Temperature53°F (11°C)
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation39.8 inches (1,012 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$48,800
Median Age37.2 years

About Waitangi

Waitangi is a small town in New Zealand (Chatham Islands) with a population of 140. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet (18 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 53°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 59°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 39.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Chatham.

Waitangi has a population of 140. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

140
Total Population
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Waitangi vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Waitangi 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 13 business establishments.

Income: Waitangi 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)13

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Waitangi is $245,400, 13% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,227 (6% above the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 56 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$245,400
13% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,227
6% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units56

Property Tax

Climate in Waitangi

Waitangi has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C (53°F). The hottest month is Feb (15.2°C), the coldest is Jul (8.3°C). Average annual precipitation is 922 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 14.8°C / 59°F 11.9° / 17.8° 62.1
Feb 15.2°C / 59°F 12.2° / 18.2° 61.8
Mar 14.3°C / 58°F 11.6° / 17° 85.2
Apr 12.5°C / 55°F 10° / 15° 82.5
May 10.8°C / 51°F 8.4° / 13.1° 96.7
Jun 9°C / 48°F 6.8° / 11.3° 109.9
Jul 8.3°C / 47°F 6° / 10.6° 77.9
Aug 8.8°C / 48°F 6.4° / 11.1° 82.0
Sep 9.6°C / 49°F 7.1° / 12° 71.3
Oct 10.5°C / 51°F 7.9° / 13.1° 64.2
Nov 11.4°C / 53°F 8.7° / 14.2° 65.3
Dec 13.6°C / 56°F 10.8° / 16.5° 63.2
Waitangi experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 59°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 264 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 39.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 59 feet.

Temperature

59°F Jan (15°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below New Zealand avg
January Average59°F (15°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Geography

Elevation59 ft (18 m)
Coordinates-43.9535°N, 176.5597°W
TimezonePacific/Chatham

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 39.8"
5% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 4.33"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.3. Most recent: M4.1 on Apr 17, 2005.

Aug 12, 2003 145 km NE of Waitangi, New Zealand M4.3 145 km
Apr 17, 2005 104 km SSE of Waitangi, New Zealand M4.1 104 km
Mar 31, 1993 70 km W of Waitangi, New Zealand M4.0 71 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 59°F (15°C) 2.4 in Driest
February 60°F (15°C) 2.5 in Warmest
March 58°F (14°C) 3.3 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.1 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.9 in
June 48°F (9°C) 4.3 in Wettest
July 46°F (8°C) 3.9 in Coldest
August 47°F (8°C) 3.7 in
September 49°F (9°C) 3.8 in
October 51°F (11°C) 3.0 in
November 53°F (12°C) 2.8 in
December 56°F (14°C) 3.1 in

Waitangi has a seasonal temperature swing of 14°F / from 46°F in July to 60°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 39.8 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.3") and January the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Waitangi

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Te One School
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Museums in Waitangi

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Chatham Islands Museum

Libraries in Waitangi

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Te One School Library0.0

Hotels in Waitangi

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hotel Chathams

Cafes in Waitangi

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Waitangi Cafe

Monuments in Waitangi

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Antipodes of Alzon (France)

Clinics in Waitangi

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chatham Island Hospital and Health Centre

Gas Stations in Waitangi

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

NZ #5315799273
NZ #5316984924

Banks in Waitangi

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ANZ

Golf Courses in Waitangi

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Chatham Islands Golf Club

Airports Near Waitangi

2 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Inia William Tuuta Memorial AirportCHTMedium Airport
Pitt Island AerodromeSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Waitangi

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
St. Therese of Lisieux Catholic Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Chatham

🇳🇿 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 Waitangi

What is the population of Waitangi?

Waitangi has a population of 140 residents and is located in New Zealand.. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.

Is Waitangi expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,800, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $245,400 (13% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,227 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Waitangi?

Waitangi has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 59°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 264 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 39.8 inches.

How is the job market in Waitangi?

The unemployment rate in Waitangi 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 13 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Waitangi?

The median home value in Waitangi is $245,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,227. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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