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South Waikato District
City in Waikato, New Zealand
Overview
South Waikato District is a picturesque rural region of New Zealand's North Island, celebrated for its lush forests, spring-fed rivers, and friendly towns. The area is known for outdoor recreation, artisan producers, and a relaxed community vibe.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Waikato
Population
24,400
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-38.17°, 175.89°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
80
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
75
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,145
Local Cost
$1,335
Local Income
$1,900
Cashless
80
English
95
Temperature
13.3°C
Summer Avg
18.0°C
Winter Avg
8.6°C
Record High
31.3°C
Record Low
-2.2°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
1073 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TKZ
Distance
8 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 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 75/100.
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