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Whitianga, New Zealand

Waikato Region · New Zealand

Whitianga is a small city in Waikato Region, New Zealand with a population of 6,230. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 58°F (15°C).

1.8 /5.0
D Poor
6,230 Population 5/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
58°F Avg Temperature 15°C
68.7 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$20,760 Median Income
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Overall
1.8 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$20,760 median income, 5.2% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$234,000 home value, $1,170/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population6,230
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density5/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$20,760
Per Capita$20,760
Unemployment5.2%

Housing

F
Home Value$234,000
Rent$1,170
Ownership83.3%
Housing Units2,492

Climate

Avg Temp58°F (15°C)
Rain68.7 in/yr
Sunny Days211/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population6,230
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-36.8333°, 175.7000°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceWaikato Region
Average Temperature58°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation68.7 inches (1,744 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$20,760
Median Age54.2 years

About Whitianga

Whitianga is a small city in New Zealand (Waikato Region) with a population of 6,230. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 58°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 68.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Whitianga has a population of 6,230 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,301.1 square miles. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

6,230
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above New Zealand avg
1,301.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Whitianga vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Whitianga is $20,760, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $20,760 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $399, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.2% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 573 business establishments.

Income: Whitianga vs New Zealand

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$20,760
72% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$20,760
Avg Weekly Wage$399

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.2%
44% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)573

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Whitianga is $234,000, 17% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,170 (1% above the national average of $1,163). 83.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 2,492 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 11.3x, 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

Homeownership83.3%
Owner-Occupied83.3%
Renter-Occupied16.7%
Housing Units2,492

Property Tax

Whitianga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 50°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 211 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 68.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 50°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average58.2°F
8% above New Zealand avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average50°F (10°C)
Sunny Days211 days/yr

Geography

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area1,301.1 sq mi (3,369.7 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates-36.8333°N, 175.7000°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 68.7"
81% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 7.44"
Driest Month (Dec) 4.69"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

703 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.2. Most recent: M4.1 on Aug 5, 2025.

Jun 21, 1992 31 km NNW of Whakatane, New Zealand M6.2 140 km
Mar 22, 1990 115 km NE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.6 134 km
Jul 18, 2004 20 km WNW of Kawerau, New Zealand M5.6 148 km
Mar 25, 1992 28 km N of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 149 km
May 5, 2023 82 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.6 144 km
Nov 16, 1991 60 km NNE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.5 106 km
Sep 29, 2010 126 km ENE of Tairua, New Zealand M5.4 136 km
Jun 12, 2008 45 km NNE of Whakatane, New Zealand M5.2 147 km
Feb 23, 2015 138 km ENE of Tairua, New Zealand M5.2 144 km
Jan 15, 2012 131 km ENE of Tairua, New Zealand M5.2 138 km
Nov 23, 1994 12 km S of Katikati, New Zealand M5.2 95 km
Feb 25, 2015 135 km ENE of Tairua, New Zealand M5.1 143 km
Sep 8, 2002 25 km N of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.1 144 km
Feb 4, 2020 15 km ENE of Maketu, New Zealand M5.1 126 km
Jan 4, 2020 99 km E of Tairua, New Zealand M5.1 111 km
Sep 12, 1990 122 km ENE of Tairua, New Zealand M5.1 131 km
Mar 21, 2009 North Island of New Zealand M5.1 149 km
Mar 28, 2007 17 km NNW of Edgecumbe, New Zealand M5.0 146 km
Jan 3, 2023 North Island of New Zealand M5.0 91 km
Jul 18, 2004 North Island of New Zealand M5.0 148 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

7 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Mayor Island (70 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 70 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 74 km
Whakaari/White Island Stratovolcano(es) 294 m (965 ft) 2019 152 km
Okataina Lava dome(s) 1,111 m (3,645 ft) 1981 160 km
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 176 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 180 km
Reporoa Caldera 592 m (1,942 ft) 1180 185 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in
February 66°F (19°C) 4.7 in Warmest
March 64°F (18°C) 6.6 in
April 60°F (16°C) 6.1 in
May 55°F (13°C) 6.0 in
June 52°F (11°C) 6.2 in
July 50°F (10°C) 7.4 in Coldest, Wettest
August 51°F (11°C) 6.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.8 in
October 57°F (14°C) 4.8 in
November 60°F (16°C) 4.7 in
December 63°F (17°C) 4.7 in Driest

Whitianga has a seasonal temperature swing of 16°F / from 50°F in July to 66°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 68.6 inches, with July being the wettest month (7.4") and December the driest (4.7").

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Schools in Whitianga

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Coroglen School — — — —
Mercury Bay Area School — — — —
Whenuakite School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Whitianga

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CFM Coromandel community radio, contemporary AAC+ 48 kbps

Museums in Whitianga

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Coromandel School of Mines & Historic Museum
Mercury Bay Museum

Libraries in Whitianga

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Colville Social Service Collective0.0
Coromandel Community Library0.0
Ferry Landing Public Library0.0
Mercury Bay Public Library0.0
Mussel Library0.0
Pauanui Library and Information Centre0.0
Tairua Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Whitianga

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Farmers Market

Hotels in Whitianga

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Beachside Resort Whitianga
Crowsnest Apartments
Marina Park Apartments
Marina Park Apartments
Oceans Resort Whitianga
The Church Accommodation Hahei

Restaurants in Whitianga

18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Blue Ginger Eatery
Blue Lagoon Bar and Eatery
Clove
Cooked
Forbidden Pizza
Go Vino
Indian Aromas Indian
Marina Bay Eatery
Salt
Slice Slice Baby
Stoked Restaurant and Bar
Sushi Cafe
The Church Bistro
The Hive
The House of Chang Thai
The Pour House
The Vessel
Umino Hoshi

Cafes in Whitianga

10 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cafe Coghill House
Curry n Coffee House
Eggsentric Cafe And Restaurant
Hahei Beach Cafe
Hula
Little Blue Kitchen
Mat's
The Espy Cafe
The Fig
The Harbour House

Cinemas in Whitianga

1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mercury Twin Cinemas

Theatres in Whitianga

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Monkey House Theatre

Zoos in Whitianga

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Millcreek Bird Park

Dentists in Whitianga

1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Lumino The Dentists

Gas Stations in Whitianga

5 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S.
Gull
Mobil Whitianga
NZ #5237817418
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Banks in Whitianga

3 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

bnz
Westpac
Whitianga Kiwibank

Golf Courses in Whitianga

4 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mercury Bay Golf Course
Mini Golf
Purangi Golf and Country Club Course
The Dunes Golf Course

Breweries in Whitianga

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Coromandel Town Supply

Airports Near Whitianga

15 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
Coromandel AirportCMVSmall Airport
Drury Airfield—Small Airport
Great Barrier AerodromeGBZSmall Airport
Great Mercury Airport—Small Airport
Kelly Field—Small Airport
Mercer1 PDZ Airport—Small Airport
Motu Kaikoura Island Aerodrome—Small Airport
Okiwi Station Airport—Small Airport
Pauanui Aerodrome—Small Airport
Te Aroha Airfield—Small Airport
Thames AerodromeTMZSmall Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport
Waihi Beach Airport—Small Airport
Whitianga AirportWTZSmall Airport

Post Offices in Whitianga

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Hahei General Store
NZ Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Whitianga

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Crossroad Encounter Fellowship
St Patrick's Catholic Church
Whitianga Baptist Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Whitianga

What is the population of Whitianga?

Whitianga has a population of 6,230 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 1,301.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 54.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Whitianga expensive to live in?

The median household income is $20,760, 72% 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 11.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Whitianga?

Whitianga enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 211 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 68.7 inches.

How is the job market in Whitianga?

The unemployment rate in Whitianga is 5.2%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $399. There are 573 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Whitianga?

The median home value in Whitianga is $234,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,170. The homeownership rate is 83.3%.

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