Categories in Wanaka
Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Wanaka
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments | Average Age of Business |
|---|---|---|
| Other accommodation | 167 | 20 years |
| Corporate management | 136 | 20 years |
| Shopping | 98 | 27 years |
| Restaurants | 89 | 19 years |
| Travel agencies | 54 | 16 years |
| Shopping other | 40 | 21 years |
| Real estate | 40 | 27 years |
| Specialized design | 37 | 16 years |
| Construction of buildings | 36 | 18 years |
| General contractors | 35 | 20 years |
| Scientific and technical services | 33 | 22 years |
| Beauty salons | 33 | — |
| Public parks | 30 | — |
| Hotels and motels | 28 | — |
| Health and medical | 28 | — |
Wanaka Facts
| Area | 2.7 km² |
| Population | 2,549 |
| Male Population | 1,242 (48.7%) |
| Female Population | 1,307 (51.3%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | +274.3% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | +59.1% |
| Median Age | 36.5 years (Male: 36.5, Female: 36.5) |
| Area Codes | 3 |
| Neighborhoods | Wanaka, Albert Town, Lake Hawea, Northlake, wanaka |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | New Zealand Standard Time |
| Lat & Lng | -44.70000, 169.15000 |
| Postal Codes | 9305, 9343 |
Map of Wanaka
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Wanaka Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 681 | 1,080 | 1,602 | 2,479 | 2,549 |
| Population Density | 253.4 / km² | 401.9 / km² | 596.1 / km² | 922.4 / km² | 948.5 / km² |
Wanaka Population change from 2000 to 2015
Increase of 54.7% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wanaka | +264% | +129.5% | +54.7% |
| Otago | +36.4% | +28.9% | +15.3% |
| New Zealand | +47.1% | +33.3% | +17.4% |
Wanaka Median Age
Median Age: 36.5 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wanaka | 36.5 yrs | 36.5 yrs | 36.5 yrs |
| Otago | 38.8 yrs | 39.5 yrs | 38 yrs |
| New Zealand | 37.9 yrs | 38.9 yrs | 36.9 yrs |
Wanaka Population Density
Population Density: 949 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wanaka | 2,549 | 2.688 km² | 949 / km² |
| Otago | 215,607 | 38,478.4 km² | 5.6 / km² |
| New Zealand | 4.4 million | 270,103.3 km² | 16.3 / km² |
Wanaka Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 1850 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 Wanaka
Percentage of businesses by neighborhood in Wanaka
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Wanaka
Postal Codes
Percentage of businesses by Postal Codes in Wanaka
Price Distribution
Business distribution by price for Wanaka
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Wanaka CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wanaka | 25,694 tn | 10.08 tn | 9,560.6 tons/km² |
| Otago | 1,696,568 tn | 7.87 tn | 44.1 tons/km² |
| New Zealand | 37,929,206 tn | 8.61 tn | 140.4 tons/km² |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 25,694 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 10.08 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 9,560.6 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/1/17 | 11:21 PM | 4.1 | 34.7 km | 5,460 m | 34km SSE of Wanaka, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 1/30/17 | 1:53 PM | 4.9 | 72.7 km | 10,000 m | 72km NNW of Wanaka, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 4/28/16 | 9:44 AM | 3.9 | 78 km | 5,156 m | 70km NW of Arrowtown, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 3/28/16 | 3:12 AM | 4.1 | 52.4 km | 10,000 m | 52km NW of Wanaka, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 11/11/15 | 8:03 PM | 4.4 | 72.2 km | 19,720 m | 72km NNE of Wanaka, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 10/26/15 | 10:14 PM | 4.3 | 29.2 km | 3,000 m | 29km NW of Wanaka, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 7/6/15 | 5:45 AM | 5.1 | 56.1 km | 10,000 m | 56km NE of Wanaka, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 5/4/15 | 2:29 AM | 5.6 | 28.9 km | 10,000 m | 28km NW of Wanaka, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 8/3/14 | 10:09 AM | 4.2 | 52.2 km | 40,000 m | 52km NE of Wanaka, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
| 2/16/14 | 1:50 PM | 4.7 | 90.5 km | 14,750 m | 90km NW of Wanaka, New Zealand | usgs.gov |
Wanaka
Wanaka /ˈwɒnəkə/ is a popular ski and summer resort town in the Otago region of the South Island of New Zealand. It is situated at the southern end of Lake Wanaka, at the start of the Clutha River. It is the gateway to Mount Aspiring National Park. ..
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