Whangaruru is a small suburb in Northland with a population of 2,733 and a median age of 46. Median personal income is $31K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Whangaruru is $530 (530 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 89% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Whangaruru: NZDep decile 9 (high deprivation); 2 schools with avg EQI 541.
In 2026, Whangaruru recorded 2 building approvals (2 houses, 0 units), down 80% year-on-year.
Whangaruru is a small suburb in Northland with a population of 2,733 and a median age of 46. Median personal income is $31K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Whangaruru is $530 (530 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 89% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Whangaruru: NZDep decile 9 (high deprivation); 2 schools with avg EQI 541.
In 2026, Whangaruru recorded 2 building approvals (2 houses, 0 units), down 80% year-on-year.