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Wellington, New Zealand
Wellington Region · New Zealand
Wellington is a large city in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 381,900. Elevation: 102 ft (31 m). Average temperature: 58°F (14°C).
Data updated June 2026
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People
Economy
CHousing
FClimate
| Population | 381,900 |
| Population Density | 2,228 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Coordinates | -41.2866°, 174.7756° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Wellington Region |
| Average Temperature | 58°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.9 inches (861 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $21,960 |
| Median Age | 26.4 years |
About Wellington
Wellington is a large city in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 381,900. The city sits at an elevation of 102 feet (31 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 62°F in January to 53°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 33.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Wellington vs New Zealand Average
Income: Wellington vs New Zealand
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $21,960 |
| 71% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $21,960 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $422 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.6% |
| 111% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 574 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 227 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $286,000 |
| 1% above New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,430 |
| 23% above New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 29.6% |
| Owner-Occupied | 29.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 70.4% |
| Housing Units | 152,760 |
Property Tax
Climate in Wellington
Wellington has an average annual temperature of 0°C (32°F). The hottest month is Jan (0°C), the coldest is Jan (0°C). Average annual precipitation is 987 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 57.9°F |
| 7% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 62°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 53°F (12°C) |
| Sunny Days | 292 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 102 ft (31 m) |
| Area | 171.4 sq mi (444.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 2,228/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -41.2866°N, 174.7756°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.0 m (36 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | - | 19 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 72 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | - | 59 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | - | - | 92 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 4.3 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 4.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 5.2 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 5.3 in | |
| July | 53°F (12°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 5.4 in | Coldest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 4.5 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.2 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 3.9 in |
Wellington has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 48°F in August to 62°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 52.8 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (2.4").
Colleges & Universities in Wellington
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baring Head Monitoring Station | University | - | , |
| Massey University | University | - | , |
| Massey University | University | - | , |
| New Zealand Campus of Innovation and Sport (NZCIS) | University | - | , |
| New Zealand Defence College | College | - | , |
| NZMA Porirua | College | - | Visit → |
| Otago School of Medicine | University | - | , |
| Royal New Zealand Police College | College | 1981 | , |
| Salvation Army Booth College of Mission | College | - | , |
| Te Wānanga o Aotearoa Porirua | College | - | Visit → |
| The Open Polytechnic of New Zealand | College | - | , |
| Victoria University Coastal Ecology Laboratory | University | - | Visit → |
| Victoria University of Wellington - Katharine Jermyn Hall | University | - | , |
| Victoria University of Wellington - Miramar Creative Centre | University | - | , |
| Victoria University of Wellington, Kelburn Campus | University | - | , |
| Victoria University of Wellington, Pipitea Campus | University | - | , |
| Victoria University of Wellington, Te Aro Campus | University | - | , |
| Victoria University of Wellington, Weir House | University | - | Visit → |
| Whitecliffe College Of Arts And Design | College | - | Visit → |
| Whitireia and WelTec - Construction Campus | College | - | Visit → |
Schools in Wellington
73+ public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellevue School | - | - | - | - |
| Thorndon School | - | - | - | - |
| Queen Margaret College | - | - | - | - |
| Northland School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Teresa's School | - | - | - | - |
| Wadestown School | - | - | - | - |
| Karori West Normal School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Brigid's School | - | - | - | - |
| Paparangi School | - | - | - | - |
| Newlands School | - | - | - | - |
| Mount Cook School | - | - | - | - |
| West Park School | - | - | - | - |
| Rewa Rewa School | - | - | - | - |
| Evans Bay Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Rongotai College | - | - | - | - |
| Wellington East Girls' College | - | - | - | - |
| Samuel Marsden Collegiate School | - | - | - | - |
| South Wellington Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Ngaio School | - | - | - | - |
| St Patrick's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Wellington Hills Christian College | - | - | - | - |
| Wadestown School | - | - | - | - |
| Makara Model School | - | - | - | - |
| Clifton Terrace Model School | - | - | - | - |
| Holy Cross School | - | - | - | - |
| Berhampore School | - | - | - | - |
| Hataitai School | - | - | - | - |
| Kelburn Normal School | - | - | - | - |
| Scots College | - | - | - | - |
| Worser Bay School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Catherine's College | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Francis De Sales School | - | - | - | - |
| Owhiro Bay School | - | - | - | - |
| Island Bay School | - | - | - | - |
| St Anne's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Kilbirnie School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mark's Church School | - | - | - | - |
| Newtown School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Benedict's School | - | - | - | - |
| Wellington College | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Mary's College | - | - | - | - |
| Wellington Girls' College | - | - | - | - |
| Brooklyn School | - | - | - | - |
| Ridgway School | - | - | - | - |
| Houghton Valley School | - | - | - | - |
| Otari School | - | - | - | - |
| Cashmere Avenue School | - | - | - | - |
| Clyde Quay School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Aro School | - | - | - | - |
| Wellington High School | - | - | - | - |
| Karori Normal School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Patrick's College | - | - | - | - |
| Clifton Terrace Model School | - | - | - | - |
| Thorndon School | - | - | - | - |
| Queen Margaret College | - | - | - | - |
| Johnsonville School | - | - | - | - |
| Kahurangi School | - | - | - | - |
| Miramar North School | - | - | - | - |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Ngā Mokopuna | - | - | - | - |
| Miramar Central School | - | - | - | - |
| Roseneath School | - | - | - | - |
| Seatoun School | - | - | - | - |
| Saint Anthony's School | - | - | - | - |
| Amesbury School | - | - | - | - |
| Wellington Girls' College | - | - | - | - |
| Newlands College | - | - | - | - |
| Newlands Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Khandallah School | - | - | - | - |
| Raroa Normal Intermediate School | - | - | - | - |
| Onslow College | - | - | - | - |
| Lyall Bay School | - | - | - | - |
| Churton Park School | - | - | - | - |
| Crofton Downs Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Wellington
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZM Wellington (new) | - | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 95bFM - FLAC | university radio, university of auckland | OGG 64 kbps | |
| Coast Access Radio MP3 | community radio | MP3 134 kbps | |
| 95bFM - 256Kbps MP3 | university radio, university of auckland | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radioactive.FM 88.6 | alternative, indie | MP3 320 kbps | |
| RNZ National | - | MP3 64 kbps | |
| jakemusic | random | MP3 | |
| The Cheese | gen-x, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wellington Access Radio | community, culture | MP3 134 kbps | |
| KIX FM | classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 95bFM - 64kbps AAC+ | university radio, university of auckland | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| TLC Radio Northland | - | MP3 | |
| Heads FM Mangawhai 106.4 | community, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mushroom FM | - | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mouthfull Radio | - | MP3 192 kbps | |
| World FM Tawa 88.2 | current affairs, kiwi | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Paekakariki 88.2FM | community, eclectic | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Wellington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton St Cemetery Chapel | ||||
| Bolton St Cemetery Chapel | ||||
| Cable Car Museum | ||||
| Cable Car Museum | ||||
| Cricket Museum | ||||
| Cricket Museum | ||||
| Holocaust Centre of New Zealand | ||||
| Holocaust Centre of New Zealand | ||||
| Katherine Mansfield House and Garden | ||||
| Katherine Mansfield House and Garden | ||||
| Munitions Laboratory and Muesum / Public Toilets | ||||
| Museum of New Zealand | ||||
| Museum of New Zealand | ||||
| Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Archives | ||||
| Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa Archives | ||||
| Nairn Street Colonial Cottage | ||||
| Nairn Street Colonial Cottage | ||||
| New Zealand Police Museum | ||||
| New Zealand Portrait Gallery | ||||
| New Zealand Portrait Gallery | ||||
| Pātaka Art + Museum | ||||
| Petone Settlers Museum | ||||
| Porirua Hospital Museum | ||||
| Reserve Bank Museum | ||||
| Reserve Bank Museum | ||||
| Silver Stream Railway Museum | ||||
| Space Place | ||||
| Space Place | ||||
| Te Māori Waiwhetu Cultural Centre and Museum | ||||
| The Dowse Art Museum | ||||
| Victoria University Classics Museum | ||||
| Victoria University Classics Museum | ||||
| Wellington Museum | ||||
| Wellington Museum |
Libraries in Wellington
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alexander Turnbull Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Alexander Turnbull Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brooklyn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Brooklyn Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cummings Park (Ngaio) Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Eastbourne Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| He Matapihi Molesworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| He Matapihi Molesworth Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Island Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Island Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Johnsonville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Johnsonville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Karori Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Khandallah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Khandallah Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lower Hutt War Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Massey University Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Miramar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Miramar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moera Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naenae Kitty Mildenhall Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| National Library of New Zealand | 0.0 | |||||
| Newtown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Parliamentary Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Petone Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pinehaven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porirua Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ramsey House Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ramsey House Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ruth Gotlieb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ruth Gotlieb Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Stokes Valley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Awe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Awe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Te Mataphi ki te ao nui / Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Titahi Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VUW - Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VUW - Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VUW Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| VUW Law Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wadestown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Wainuiomata Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitby Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Wellington
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Harbourside Market | |||||
| Harbourside Market | |||||
| Newtown Fruit & Vegetables Market | |||||
| Newtown Fruit & Vegetables Market | |||||
| Riverbank Market | |||||
| Waitangirua Market |
Hotels in Wellington
19 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Wellington
35 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Wellington
66 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Wellington
4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Wellington
1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Wellington
2 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Wellington
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Wellington
6 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Wellington
4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Wellington
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Garage Project Wild Workshop | ||||
| Garage Project Wild Workshop | ||||
| Mean Doses | ||||
| Mean Doses | ||||
| Parrotdog Brewery | ||||
| Parrotdog Brewery | ||||
| The Malthouse | ||||
| The Malthouse |
Stadiums & Teams in Wellington
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
| Basin Reserve | ||
| Hnry Stadium | ||
| National Hockey Stadium | ||
| Renouf Tennis Centre |
Airports Near Wellington
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington International Airport | WLG | Large Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| Cape Campbell airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Martinborough Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Papawai Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Wellington
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Post Wellington Central | |
| New Zealand Post Wellington Central | |
| NZ Post Lambton Quay | |
| NZ Post Lambton Quay | |
| NZ Post Newtown | |
| Post Shop |
Treatment Centers in Wellington
11 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ABI Rehabilitation Specialists | ||
| Capital Care Health Centre | ||
| Dilworth Hearing | ||
| Hikitia Te Wairua | ||
| Karori Village Health Centre | ||
| Peninsula Medical Centre | ||
| Rangipapa Forensic Psychiatry Inpatient Unit | ||
| Snip Vasectomy | ||
| Student Health | ||
| The Sports and Pain Clinic | ||
| Wellington Sexual Health Service |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Wellington
105 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Abundant Life Centre / Abundant Life Church Wellington | |
| All Saints | |
| All Saints Anglican Church | |
| Anglican Chinese Mission Church | |
| Anglican Church of St Anne | |
| Anglican Parish Church of St Luke | |
| Apostolic International Fellowship | |
| Beauchamp Street Chapel | |
| Broderick Road Chapel | |
| C3 Church Wellington Central | |
| Cambridge Terrace Congregational Church | |
| Catholic Tertiary Chaplaincy | |
| Church of St Michael & All Angels | |
| Churton Park Anglican Church | |
| City On A Hill Evangelical Church | |
| Congregational Christian Church in Samoa | |
| Elim International Church | |
| Equippers Church Wellington | |
| Futuna Chapel | |
| Gateway Baptist Church, Miramar |
Quick Facts
Around Wellington
Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data
Things to See Near Wellington
26 places within 15 km
- • Matiu
- • Pito One
- • Plimmer's Ark
- • Taputeranga
- • Toenga o Te Aro
- • Battery Bay Beach
- • Freyberg Beach
- • Fort Ballance
- • Fort Dorset
- • Wright's Hill Fortress
- • Fort Buckley Ruins
- • Fort Opau
- • Gardens Battery
- • Kau Point Battery
- • Oruaiti Pā
- + 1 more
- • Karori Rock Light
- • Point Jerningham Light
- • Belmont Viaduct Abutments
- • Brooklyn Bunkers
- • degaussing station
- • Kaiwharawhara
- • Kaiwharawhara Magazine
- + 3 more
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What is the population of Wellington?
Wellington has a population of 381,900 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2,228 people per square mile, spread across 171.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 26.4 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Wellington expensive to live in?
The median household income is $21,960, 71% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $286,000 (1% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,430 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 13x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Wellington?
Wellington enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 62°F in January, while summers reach an average of 53°F in July. The area receives 292 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.9 inches.
How is the job market in Wellington?
The unemployment rate in Wellington is 7.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $422. There are 574 business establishments in the area, including 227 restaurants and food service locations.
How much does housing cost in Wellington?
The median home value in Wellington is $286,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,430. The homeownership rate is 29.6%.