Taurekaitai is a small suburb in Hawke's Bay with a population of 2,073 and a median age of 45. Median personal income is $39K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.

Livability indicators for Taurekaitai: NZDep decile 5 (moderate deprivation); 2 schools with avg EQI 458.

In 2026, Taurekaitai recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), down 100% year-on-year.