- Est. Median Value
- $474K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $270/wk
- Safety Score
- 76/100
- Green Space
- 58%
- Current Weather
- 3.5°C
- Median Age
- 52 yrs
~49 crimes/1k/yr
scattered clouds
Living in Waihemo
Is Waihemo a good place to live?
Waihemo is home to roughly 1,458 people across 80.5 km². On Suburb's overall livability scale, Waihemo scores 55 out of 100, with a safety score of 76/100 and 58% green space.
Housing: The estimated median value is around $474K, and weekly rent typically sits around $270.
Lifestyle: The current temperature is 3.5°C. See the Weather tab for monthly averages.
Whether Waihemo 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
- Safety76
- Amenities22
- Schools0
- Housing Affordability79
- Green space100
- Community33
- Transport19
Some dimensions are still pending data: schoolQuality.
Property & Economics
- Est. Median Value
- $474K
- Median Weekly Rent
- $270/wk
- Median HH Income
- $67K/yr
- Pop. Growth (5yr)
- +8.7%
- 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 Waihemo?
- The postcode for Waihemo is 9483.
- What is the population of Waihemo?
- Waihemo has 1,458 residents, based on the 2023 Census.
- How much do houses cost in Waihemo?
- The estimated median property value in Waihemo is $474K. Median weekly rent is $270/week.
- Where is Waihemo?
- Waihemo is in Waitaki, Otago, New Zealand.
- Is Waihemo a good place to live?
- Waihemo scores 55/100 for livability on Suburb.co.nz, based on schools, safety, green space and amenities.
Waihemo Weather
Current conditions: 3.5°C, scattered clouds
| Month | High (°C) | Low (°C) | Rainfall (mm/day) | Sunshine (hrs/day) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ☀️ Jan | 19.23 | 9.87 | 1.98 | 10.08 |
| ☀️ Feb | 18.61 | 9.17 | 3.32 | 9.7 |
| 🍂 Mar | 16.95 | 7.98 | 2.87 | 8.87 |
| 🍂 Apr | 14.79 | 6.13 | 2.13 | 7.82 |
| 🍂 May | 11.86 | 4.34 | 1.69 | 6.4 |
| ❄️ Jun | 9.17 | 2.22 | 1.98 | 5.42 |
| ❄️ Jul | 7.79 | 1.88 | 4.54 | 5.83 |
| ❄️ Aug | 9.73 | 1.55 | 1.26 | 7.53 |
| 🌸 Sep | 12.19 | 3.4 | 2.58 | 8.26 |
| 🌸 Oct | 13.86 | 4.17 | 3.66 | 9.9 |
| 🌸 Nov | 15.58 | 6.42 | 3.34 | 9.91 |
| ☀️ Dec | 17.65 | 8.83 | 3.98 | 9.58 |
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