Mataura is a small community in Southland with a population of 1,650 and a median age of 40. Median personal income is $36K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Mataura is $380 (380 houses, 280 units). This represents approximately 54% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Mataura: NZDep decile 9 (high deprivation); 1 school with avg EQI 514.
In 2026, Mataura recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), down 100% year-on-year.
Mataura is a small community in Southland with a population of 1,650 and a median age of 40. Median personal income is $36K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Mataura is $380 (380 houses, 280 units). This represents approximately 54% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Mataura: NZDep decile 9 (high deprivation); 1 school with avg EQI 514.
In 2026, Mataura recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), down 100% year-on-year.