All Countries
Whakatane, New Zealand
Bay of Plenty · New Zealand
Whakatane is a small city in Bay of Plenty, New Zealand with a population of 18,602. Elevation: 36 ft (11 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Discover Whakatane, New Zealand
Explore over 40 sections covering people, economy, housing, health, crime, climate, community, costs, trends, schools, colleges, hospitals, treatment centers, industries, museums, libraries, breweries, farmers markets, grocery stores, pharmacies, campgrounds, parks, trails, stadiums, ski resorts, daycare centers, nursing homes, churches, fire stations, cell towers, bridges, power plants, EV stations, prisons, radio stations, airports, police stations, post offices, Amtrak stations, superfund sites, UNESCO sites, and more.
Use the tabs and dropdown menus below to navigate every data point we track for this city.
People
Economy
CHousing
FClimate
| Population | 18,602 |
| Population Density | 11 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Coordinates | -37.9586°, 176.9855° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Bay of Plenty |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 80.8 inches (2,052 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $20,280 |
| Median Age | 45.7 years |
About Whakatane
Whakatane is a small city in New Zealand (Bay of Plenty) with a population of 18,602. The city sits at an elevation of 36 feet (11 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 47°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 80.8 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Whakatane vs New Zealand Average
Income: Whakatane vs New Zealand
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $20,280 |
| 73% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $20,280 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $390 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 6.6% |
| 83% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 1,711 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $187,200 |
| 34% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $936 |
| 20% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 62.3% |
| Owner-Occupied | 62.3% |
| Renter-Occupied | 37.7% |
| Housing Units | 7,441 |
Property Tax
Climate in Whakatane
Whakatane has an average annual temperature of 14.9°C (59°F). The hottest month is Jan (20°C), the coldest is Aug (10.2°C). Average annual precipitation is 1248 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 55.7°F |
| 3% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| Sunny Days | 298 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) |
| Area | 1,714.7 sq mi (4,441.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 11/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -37.9586°N, 176.9855°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
5 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 1.0 m (3 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2022 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 1.0 m | — | 133 km |
| 1956 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 0.9 m | — | 147 km |
| 1914 | TOLAGA BAY, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | 1 | 108 km |
| 1895 | LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND | Eruption + Earthquake | — | — | 127 km |
| 1831 | POVERTY BAY, NORTH ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 121 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
8 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Okataina (46 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Okataina | Lava dome(s) | 1,111 m (3,645 ft) | 1981 | 46 km |
| Whakaari/White Island | Stratovolcano(es) | 294 m (965 ft) | 2019 | 52 km |
| Reporoa | Caldera | 592 m (1,942 ft) | 1180 | 77 km |
| Maroa | Caldera(s) | 897 m (2,943 ft) | 180 | 94 km |
| Mayor Island | Shield | 355 m (1,165 ft) | -5060 | 99 km |
| Taupo | Caldera | 760 m (2,493 ft) | 260 | 129 km |
| Tongariro | Stratovolcano(es) | 1,978 m (6,490 ft) | 2012 | 178 km |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 192 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 3.7 in | Driest |
| February | 67°F (19°C) | 3.7 in | Warmest |
| March | 64°F (18°C) | 5.1 in | |
| April | 59°F (15°C) | 4.0 in | |
| May | 54°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 50°F (10°C) | 5.6 in | |
| July | 47°F (8°C) | 5.1 in | Coldest |
| August | 50°F (10°C) | 5.9 in | Wettest |
| September | 53°F (12°C) | 4.7 in | |
| October | 57°F (14°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 60°F (16°C) | 3.8 in | |
| December | 64°F (18°C) | 4.8 in |
Whakatane has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 47°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 55.0 inches, with August being the wettest month (5.9") and January the driest (3.7").
Colleges & Universities in Whakatane
| Institution | Type | Founded | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| Te Whare Wānanga o Awanuiārangi | University | — | — |
| Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology Whakatāne Campus | College | — | — |
Schools in Whakatane
11 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whakatane Teen Parent Unit | — | — | — | — |
| Trident High School | — | — | — | — |
| Apanui School | — | — | — | — |
| Whakatāne High School | — | — | — | — |
| Allandale School | — | — | — | — |
| Saint Joseph's Catholic School | — | — | — | — |
| James Street School | — | — | — | — |
| Whakatane Intermediate School | — | — | — | — |
| Te Kura Kaupapa Māori o Te Orini ki Ngati Awa | — | — | — | — |
| Te Kura o Te Paroa | — | — | — | — |
| Whakatane Seventh Day Adventist School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Whakatane
1 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keep Laughing Forever Radio | 80's, 90's | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Whakatane
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Te Wharetaonga Museum and Gallery |
Libraries in Whakatane
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edgecumbe Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ōhope Beach Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whakatāne Library and Exhibition Centre | 0.0 |
Hotels in Whakatane
2 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Whakatane
18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Whakatane
21 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Whakatane
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Whakatane
2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Whakatane
2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Whakatane
4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Whakatane
4 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Whakatane
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Whakatane
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mata Beer Brewery Bar & Restaurant |
Airports Near Whakatane
6 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rotorua Regional Airport | ROT | Medium Airport |
| Whakatāne Airport | WHK | Medium Airport |
| Galatea Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Motiti Island Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Mount Tarawera Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Opotiki Airport | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Whakatane
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Post / Kiwibank |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Whakatane
15 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Baptist Church | |
| Bridge Street Christian Centre | |
| Church of Purpose | |
| Encounter Church Whakatane | |
| Kingdom Hall of Jehovas Witnesses | |
| Knox Presbyterian Church | |
| Liberty Life Church | |
| Saint George and Saint John Anglican and Methodist | |
| Saint Peter Catholic Church | |
| Sonshine Baptist Church | |
| Stewart Street Gospel Chapel | |
| The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints | |
| Whakatane Baptist Church | |
| Whakatane Lutheran Church | |
| Whakatane Seventh-Day Adventist Church |
Explore Near Whakatane
Quick Facts
🇳🇿 About New Zealand
Public Holidays in New Zealand
23 public holidays this year
Download Full City Report
Get a comprehensive, print-ready PDF with all data for Whakatane.
Get ReportFrequently Asked Questions About Whakatane
What is the population of Whakatane?
Whakatane has a population of 18,602 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 11 people per square mile, spread across 1,714.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 45.7 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Whakatane expensive to live in?
The median household income is $20,280, 73% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $187,200 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Whakatane?
Whakatane enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 47°F in July. The area receives 298 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 80.8 inches.
How is the job market in Whakatane?
The unemployment rate in Whakatane is 6.6%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $390. There are 1,711 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Whakatane?
The median home value in Whakatane is $187,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $936. The homeownership rate is 62.3%.