Waitaha is a small community in West Coast with a population of 471 and a median age of 52. Median personal income is $30K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Asian.

Livability indicators for Waitaha: NZDep decile 8 (high deprivation); 1 school with avg EQI 502.

In 2026, Waitaha recorded 1 building approval (1 house, 0 units), up 0% year-on-year.