Kerikeri is the lifestyle choice of many cottage and small enterprises. It is also the largest employer of casual labour in the fruit season, and is home to many of Northland's larger companies.

Living Nature sells eco-friendly skincare around the world. Many artisans, like Chris Booth, have an international reputation.

There is a full compliment of retail and professional services in the township, all the banks & financial services, two supermarkets, a 24 hour McDonalds, and a Warehouse in nearby Waipapa.