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Warkworth, New Zealand

Auckland · New Zealand

Warkworth is a small city in Auckland, New Zealand with a population of 6,960. Elevation: 75 ft (23 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
6,960 Population 2/sq mi density
75 ft Elevation 23 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
67.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$24,420 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$24,420 median income, 3.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$291,200 home value, $1,456/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population6,960
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$24,420
Per Capita$24,420
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

F
Home Value$291,200
Rent$1,456
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units2,784

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain67.3 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Population6,960
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Coordinates-36.4000°, 174.6667°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceAuckland
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation67.3 inches (1,709 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$24,420
Median Age40.6 years

About Warkworth

Warkworth is a small city in New Zealand (Auckland) with a population of 6,960. The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet (23 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Warkworth has a population of 6,960 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,054.4 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,960
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above New Zealand avg
4,054.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Warkworth vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Warkworth is $24,420, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,420 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $470, 67% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 640 business establishments.

Income: Warkworth vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,420
68% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$24,420
Avg Weekly Wage$470

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)640

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Warkworth is $291,200, 3% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,456 (25% above the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 2,784 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$291,200
3% above New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,456
25% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units2,784

Property Tax

Warkworth enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 295 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 67.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 75 feet.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above New Zealand avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation75 ft (23 m)
Area4,054.4 sq mi (10,500.8 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates-36.4000°N, 174.6667°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.3"
77% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.85"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.58"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

8 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 36 km
Mar 13, 2007 26 km NNW of Coromandel, New Zealand M4.0 66 km
Feb 20, 2011 9 km NNE of Waihi, New Zealand M4.0 148 km
Jun 21, 1993 24 km SW of Paeroa, New Zealand M3.9 145 km
Feb 21, 2007 31 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M3.8 37 km
Jun 23, 1993 26 km SW of Paeroa, New Zealand M3.8 146 km
Jun 17, 1993 24 km SW of Paeroa, New Zealand M3.8 147 km
Jul 1, 2011 5 km NNW of Tamaki, New Zealand M2.9 52 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Auckland Volcanic Field (59 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 59 km
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 81 km
Kaikohe-Bay of Islands Volcanic field 388 m (1,273 ft) 400 141 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 172 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.6 in Warmest
February 67°F (19°C) 3.6 in Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 4.7 in
April 61°F (16°C) 4.7 in
May 57°F (14°C) 4.8 in
June 53°F (12°C) 6.9 in Wettest
July 54°F (12°C) 6.2 in
August 53°F (11°C) 5.9 in Coldest
September 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
November 60°F (16°C) 3.7 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in

Warkworth has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 53°F in August to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 56.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.9") and February the driest (3.6").

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Colleges & Universities in Warkworth

Institution Type Founded Website
Leigh Marine Lab University - ,

Schools in Warkworth

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Mahurangi College - - - -
Kaipara Flats School - - - -
Te Kura o Puhinui Warkworth School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Warkworth

45 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The Sound classic rock AAC 130 kbps
Channel X - AAC 130 kbps
The Hits contemporary hits AAC+ 64 kbps
Mai FM rnb AAC 129 kbps
George FM - AAC 131 kbps
RNZ National MP3 features, national affairs MP3 64 kbps
新西兰中文广播电台 FM90.6 Radio Chinese chinese, culture MP3 128 kbps
iHeartCountry New Zealand country, country music AAC+ 64 kbps
RNZ National AAC (128kbps) features, national affairs AAC 128 kbps
Radio Hauraki - AAC+ 64 kbps
Sanctuary - AAC christian, worship AAC 64 kbps
Vinyl Radio NZ classic rock, hits AAC+ 160 kbps
JAZZ CAFE easy listening, smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
Humm Radio bollywood hits, indian radio AAC 130 kbps
RNZ Concert MP3 classical, classical music MP3 64 kbps
RNZ Concert AAC (128kbps) classical, classical music AAC 128 kbps
Radio Spice (Auckland, New Zealand) music MP3 128 kbps
Sanctuary - MP3 christian, worship MP3 96 kbps
RNZ Pacific MP3 features, national affairs MP3 64 kbps
Gold Sport AM classic rock, live sport AAC+ 64 kbps
Retro Hit Radio 80s, 90s AAC+ 80 kbps
Radio Samoa 1593am community, culture MP3 128 kbps
Newstalk ZB - AAC+ 64 kbps
Niu FM - AAC culture, music AAC+ 64 kbps
East FM classic rock, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
531pi - AAC music, news AAC+ 64 kbps
MAD FM Auckland 106.7 commercial free, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
West FM Swing Radio 1920s, 1930's MP3 48 kbps
SayHiFM filipino radio in new zealand, filipino station MP3 128 kbps
ZFM Global contemporary, internet station MP3 128 kbps
Radio BurgerFuel alt rock, alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
Southern Cross Country country AAC+ 192 kbps
The Wireless (Today's Best Country) country MP3
Wandering Sheep Radio - Jazz Cafe christian, smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
531pi - MP3 music, news MP3 96 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Hope Alive christian, praise MP3 128 kbps
Sport Nation - AAC sports, cricket AAC 66 kbps
Radiowave NZ easy listening MP3 128 kbps
UP FM 107.5 dance MP3 128 kbps
Planet FM 104.6 - AAC community radio, community AAC 150 kbps
Mountainside FM charity, community OGG 128 kbps
RNZ Pacific AAC (64kbps) features, national affairs AAC 64 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Christian Smooth Jazz christian, smooth jazz MP3
Planet FM 104.6 - MP3 community, community radio MP3 134 kbps
Niu FM - MP3 culture, music MP3 96 kbps

Museums in Warkworth

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Albertland & Districts Museum
Albertland Heritage Museum
Mansion House
Puhoi Heritage Museum
Warkworth and District Museum

Libraries in Warkworth

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Kaipara Flats Library0.0
Kaiwaka Library0.0
Leigh Library0.0
Mahurangi East Library0.0
Orewa Library0.0
Point Wells Community Library0.0
Pūhoi Town Library0.0
Warkworth War Memorial Library0.0
Wellsford War Memorial Library0.0
Whangaparāoa Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Warkworth

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Matakana Village Farmers Market

Hotels in Warkworth

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bridge House Lodge

Restaurants in Warkworth

10 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aldos
Asahi
Bam Boo
Seafood N Eat It
Shark Bar
So French
The Tahi
The Tahi
Virsa
Warkworth Hotel

Cafes in Warkworth

8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Black Sheep Cafe
Chocolate Brown Cafe & Chocolate Shop
Cider Shed
Honey Cafe
Pete And Mary's
Picnix
Quince Cafe
The Coffee Club

Veterinaries in Warkworth

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Veterinary Clinic
Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Warkworth

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Mobil
Z
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Banks in Warkworth

3 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

ANZ
BNZ
Westpac

Shopping Malls in Warkworth

2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Riverside Arcade
Winscombe Mall

Golf Courses in Warkworth

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Warkworth Golf Club

Breweries in Warkworth

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
8 Wired Brewery

Ski Resorts Near Warkworth

1 ski resorts within range.

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

Airports Near Warkworth

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Auckland International AirportAKLLarge Airport
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai-Medium Airport
Whangarei AirportWREMedium Airport
Drury Airfield-Small Airport
Kaipara Flats Airport-Small Airport
Motu Kaikoura Island Aerodrome-Small Airport
North Shore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Omaha Flats Airport-Small Airport
Parakai Aerodrome-Small Airport
Ruawai Aerodrome-Small Airport
Springhill Airport-Small Airport
Tahere Airstrip-Small Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Warkworth

5 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Christ Church Anglican Church
Holy Name Catholic Church
Mahurangi Vineyard Church
Warkworth Elim Church
Warkworth Methodist Church

Explore Near Warkworth

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

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 Warkworth

What is the population of Warkworth?

Warkworth has a population of 6,960 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 4,054.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years.

Is Warkworth expensive to live in?

The median household income is $24,420, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $291,200 (3% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,456 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Warkworth?

Warkworth enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.3 inches.

How is the job market in Warkworth?

Warkworth has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $470. There are 640 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Warkworth?

The median home value in Warkworth is $291,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,456. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

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