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Taupo
City in Waikato, New Zealand
Overview
Taupo, set on the banks of iconic Lake Taupo in the Waikato region, is famed for outdoor adventure, geothermal wonders, and stunning lake scenery. The city offers a laid-back atmosphere with lively eateries, local shops, and easy access to hiking, cycling, and water sports.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Waikato
Population
25,400
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-38.68°, 176.08°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
88
Female Safety
85
LGBTQ+ Safety
85
Traffic Safety
90
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,143
Local Cost
$1,500
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
90
English
98
Temperature
11.8°C
Summer Avg
17.0°C
Winter Avg
7.0°C
Record High
34.3°C
Record Low
-3.2°C
Humidity
80%
Precipitation
965 mm
Internet Speed
222 Mbps
Upload
186 Mbps
Latency
13 ms
City Vibrancy
76
Coworking
0
Cafes
29
Nightlife
6
Parks
41
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TUO
Distance
6 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.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 27 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
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 80/100.
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