Categories in Matamata
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Matamata
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate management | 128 | 25 years |
| Shopping | 94 | 33 years |
| Car repair | 55 | 29 years |
| Restaurants | 55 | 18 years |
| Real estate | 36 | 19 years |
| Scientific and technical services | 33 | 23 years |
| Shopping other | 32 | — |
| General contractors | 24 | — |
| Public parks | 24 | — |
| Construction of buildings | 23 | 35 years |
| Beauty salons | 23 | — |
| Other accommodation | 21 | — |
| Education | 20 | — |
| All food and beverage | 19 | 32 years |
| Bed and breakfasts | 18 | — |
Matamata Facts
| Area | 3.4 km² |
| Population | 5,769 |
| Male Population | 2,703 (46.9%) |
| Female Population | 3,066 (53.1%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +43.1% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +17.6% |
| Median Age | 40.5 years (Male: 39.5, Female: 41.3) |
| Area Codes | 7 |
| Neighborhoods | Matamata, Walton, Hinuera, Waharoa, Te Aroha |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | New Zealand Standard Time |
| Lat & Lng | -37.81060, 175.76237 |
| Postal Codes | 3371, 3400, 3440 |
Map of Matamata
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Matamata Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 4,031 | 4,415 | 4,905 | 5,494 | 5,769 |
| Population Density | 1,194.4 / km² | 1,308.1 / km² | 1,453.3 / km² | 1,627.9 / km² | 1,709.3 / km² |
Matamata Population change from 2000 to 2015
Increase of 12% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matamata | +36.3% | +24.4% | +12% |
| Waikato | +54.4% | +36.4% | +18.9% |
| New Zealand | +47.1% | +33.3% | +17.4% |
Matamata Median Age
Median Age: 40.5 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matamata | 40.5 yrs | 41.3 yrs | 39.5 yrs |
| Waikato | 38 yrs | 38.9 yrs | 37 yrs |
| New Zealand | 37.9 yrs | 38.9 yrs | 36.9 yrs |
Matamata Population Density
Population Density: 1,709 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matamata | 5,769 | 3.375 km² | 1,709 / km² |
| Waikato | 431,484 | 34,877.4 km² | 12.4 / km² |
| New Zealand | 4.4 million | 270,103.3 km² | 16.3 / km² |
Matamata Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1780 to 2100
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Neighborhoods in Matamata
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Matamata
Postal Codes
Percentage of businesses by Postal Codes in Matamata
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Matamata
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Matamata CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Matamata | 51,793 tn | 8.98 tn | 15,346.2 tons/km² |
| Waikato | 2,637,485 tn | 6.11 tn | 75.6 tons/km² |
| New Zealand | 37,929,206 tn | 8.61 tn | 140.4 tons/km² |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 51,793 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 8.98 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 15,346.2 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Flood | High (9) |
| Earthquake | Medium (7) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/6/14 | 2:43 PM | 3.9 | 7.3 km | 6,000 m | 7km NW of Matamata, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 3/13/14 | 2:48 AM | 3.7 | 27.8 km | 311,610 m | 20km N of Tokoroa, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 10/16/13 | 10:49 PM | 4.1 | 39.2 km | 231,641 m | 14km NE of Tokoroa, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 8/6/12 | 5:06 AM | 4.2 | 40.3 km | 209,200 m | North Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 7/17/12 | 1:35 AM | 4.6 | 35.7 km | 310,900 m | North Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 4/6/12 | 1:52 AM | 4.6 | 27.2 km | 207,900 m | North Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 4/1/12 | 2:51 PM | 4.4 | 31.5 km | 201,400 m | North Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 3/26/12 | 3:48 PM | 4.3 | 40.4 km | 189,300 m | North Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 12/15/11 | 1:55 AM | 4.3 | 24.9 km | 248,200 m | North Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 10/11/11 | 5:47 AM | 4 | 33.4 km | 181,700 m | North Island of New Zealand | usgs.gov |
Matamata
Matamata /ˈmætəˌmætə/ is a rural Waikato town in New Zealand with a population of around 7,500. It is located near the base of the Kaimai Ranges, and is a thriving farming area known for Thoroughbred horse breeding and training pursuits. It is part o..
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