- Est. Median Value
- $522K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Safety Score
- 94/100
- Green Space
- 18%
- Current Weather
- 6.2°C
- Median Age
- 47 yrs
~31 crimes/1k/yr
overcast clouds
Living in Makarora
Is Makarora a good place to live?
Makarora is home to roughly 435 people across 102.6 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Makarora scores 58 out of 100, with a safety score of 94/100 and 18% green space.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $522K, and weekly rent typically sits around $300.
Lifestyle: Makarora has cafés, shops and things to do nearby. The current temperature is 6.2°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Makarora 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.
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Livability Breakdown
- Safety94
- Amenities12
- Schools0
- Housing Affordability72
- Green space61
- Community78
- Transport19
Some dimensions are still pending data: schoolQuality.
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $522K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $300/wk
- Median HH Income
- $98K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +9.0%
- 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
- What is the postcode for Makarora?
- The postcode for Makarora is 9382.
- What is the population of Makarora?
- Makarora has 435 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Makarora?
- The estimated median property value in Makarora is $522K. Median weekly rent is $300/week.
- Where is Makarora?
- Makarora is in Queenstown-Lakes, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Makarora a good place to live?
- Makarora scores 58/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Explore Makarora
Things to do(1)
Gemstone beach
Parks & green spaces
Parks and reserves for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Healthcare
Pharmacies and clinics for this area haven’t been catalogued yet.
Eat & Drink in Makarora
Places to eat & drink(3)
Makarora Country Cafe & Camp
Makarora Country Cafe
The Country Cafe
Professional Services in Makarora
Professional services(1)
Makarora Fur Co.
Stay in Makarora
Places to stay(5)
Boundary Creek Campsite
Makarora Camping
Makarora River Ranch
Wild Earth Lodge
Makarora Homestead
Makarora Weather
Current conditions: 6.2°C, overcast clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 21.88 | 13.03 | 4.79 | 11.34 |
| ☀️ Feb | 20.28 | 12.01 | 3.64 | 10.5 |
| 🍂 Mar | 17.01 | 9.34 | 5.2 | 9.06 |
| 🍂 Apr | 15.91 | 8.76 | 5.89 | 7.6 |
| 🍂 May | 12.28 | 6.25 | 5.25 | 5.74 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.47 | 4.17 | 3.49 | 4.53 |
| ❄️ Jul | 8.68 | 2.35 | 3.63 | 5.86 |
| ❄️ Aug | 9.37 | 2.74 | 4.55 | 6.38 |
| 🌸 Sep | 11.48 | 3.89 | 12.36 | 7.01 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.81 | 5.35 | 8.99 | 8.6 |
| 🌸 Nov | 17.19 | 8.38 | 5.19 | 10.61 |
| ☀️ Dec | 20.03 | 11.72 | 4.64 | 10.9 |
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