- Est. Median Value
- $514K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $367/wk
- Safety Score
- 85/100
- Green Space
- 3%
- Current Weather
- 4.4°C
- Median Age
- 47 yrs
~40 crimes/1k/yr
broken clouds
Living in Kia Ora
Is Kia Ora a good place to live?
Kia Ora is home to roughly 1,188 people across 21.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Kia Ora scores 50 out of 100, with a safety score of 85/100 and 3% green space.
Schools: Kia Ora has 1 school in or near the suburb, spanning early-childhood through to secondary education. See the Schools tab below for the full list.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $514K, and weekly rent typically sits around $367.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 4.4°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Kia Ora is right for you depends on what you’re looking for. Use the data and community tips below to decide if it suits your lifestyle, family and budget.
Livability Breakdown
- Safety85
- Amenities22
- Schools63
- Housing Affordability73
- Green space10
- Community56
- Transport19
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $514K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $367/wk
- Median HH Income
- $90K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +17.9%
- Data Year
- 2023
Key Financial Indicators (NZD)
† Est. Median Value is suburb.co.nz's own estimate, modelled from available public data. We aim for accuracy, but where data is limited, estimates may be imprecise.
Nearby Suburbs
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which schools are in zone for Kia Ora?
- Children living in Kia Ora are in zone for Weston School. Living in a school's home zone gives a guaranteed right to enrol.
- How do I check my school zone in Kia Ora?
- Use the School Zone Checker on this page. Enter your address to check your school zone and see which schools you have a guaranteed right to enrol at.
- What is the postcode for Kia Ora?
- The postcode for Kia Ora is 9492.
- What is the population of Kia Ora?
- Kia Ora has 1,188 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Kia Ora?
- The estimated median property value in Kia Ora is $514K. Median weekly rent is $367/week.
- Where is Kia Ora?
- Kia Ora is in Waitaki, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Kia Ora a good place to live?
- Kia Ora scores 50/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Schools & Enrolment Zones in Kia Ora
Schools in zone for Kia Ora
Children living in Kia Ora have a guaranteed right to enrol at these school, based on Ministry of Education home zones.
Weston School
Full Primary · roll 232 · decile 8
Check your school zone
School Zone Checker
Enter your address to check your school zone in Kia Ora. School enrolment zones (home zones) decide which schools your child has a guaranteed right to enrol at.
Address matching is approximate and based on OpenStreetMap geocoding — confirm an exact result near a zone boundary directly with the school.
Kia Ora Weather
Current conditions: 4.4°C, broken clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 20.93 | 11.89 | 1.32 | 11.11 |
| ☀️ Feb | 21.59 | 11.74 | 1.63 | 10.74 |
| 🍂 Mar | 18.45 | 9.34 | 2.54 | 8.96 |
| 🍂 Apr | 16.52 | 7.58 | 1.73 | 7.72 |
| 🍂 May | 13.45 | 4.91 | 1.14 | 6.54 |
| ❄️ Jun | 11 | 3.51 | 1.64 | 5.3 |
| ❄️ Jul | 10.86 | 2.79 | 2.79 | 6.68 |
| ❄️ Aug | 11.98 | 1.99 | 1.01 | 8 |
| 🌸 Sep | 14.95 | 4.72 | 2.76 | 8.62 |
| 🌸 Oct | 15.91 | 6.04 | 3.69 | 10.08 |
| 🌸 Nov | 16.6 | 7.77 | 2.66 | 10.44 |
| ☀️ Dec | 19.43 | 11.1 | 3.42 | 9.86 |
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