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Mackenzie District
City in Canterbury, New Zealand
Overview
Mackenzie District offers some of New Zealand's most stunning natural scenery, with turquoise lakes, snowy peaks, and dark sky reserves for stargazing. Small towns like Tekapo and Twizel provide a blend of relaxation, adventure, and warmth within an unspoiled alpine region. Outdoor activities abound for every traveler.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Canterbury
Population
4,670
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-43.94°, 170.52°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
95
Female Safety
93
LGBTQ+ Safety
90
Traffic Safety
92
Food Safety
98
Monthly Cost
$2,125
Local Cost
$1,480
Local Income
$2,500
Cashless
88
English
98
Temperature
6.8°C
Summer Avg
12.1°C
Winter Avg
1.4°C
Record High
29.6°C
Record Low
-17.4°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
1144 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
GTN
Distance
32 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 85/100.
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