Wakari is a small suburb in Otago with a population of 4,131 and a median age of 38. Median personal income is $41K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Median weekly rent in Wakari is $565 (565 houses, 335 units). This represents approximately 71% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Wakari: NZDep decile 6 (moderate deprivation); 3 schools with avg EQI 423.
In 2026, Wakari recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), down 100% year-on-year.
Wakari is a small suburb in Otago with a population of 4,131 and a median age of 38. Median personal income is $41K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.
Median weekly rent in Wakari is $565 (565 houses, 335 units). This represents approximately 71% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Wakari: NZDep decile 6 (moderate deprivation); 3 schools with avg EQI 423.
In 2026, Wakari recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), down 100% year-on-year.