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Ashhurst, New Zealand

Manawatu-Wanganui · 🇳🇿 New Zealand

Ashhurst is a small town in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand with a population of 3,400. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
3,400 Population 2,086/sq mi density
266 ft Elevation 81 meters
54°F Avg Temperature 12°C
45.0 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
35.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 35.0%
4% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
41% higher than US avg

People

Population3,400
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density2,086/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$49,076
Unemployment5.1%
PovertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Smoking7.0%
Depression5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Sunny Days254/yr
Elevation266 ft (81 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.0%
High School+99.0%

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.2%
Population3,400
Population Density2,086 / sq mi
Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Coordinates-40.2911°, 175.7547°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceManawatu-Wanganui
Average Temperature54°F (12°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation45.0 inches (1,142 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.2 years

Is Ashhurst a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ashhurst receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Ashhurst offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 99.0% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Ashhurst experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July. With 254 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Ashhurst has a population of 3,400 with a density of 2,086 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. 19.0% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 89.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

3,400
Total Population
2,086
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ashhurst vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Ashhurst vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ashhurst is N/A. Per capita income is $49,076 (above the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The cost of living index is 88.6, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living.

Income: Ashhurst vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$49,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
41% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living88.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

In Ashhurst, 33.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 6.9% have diabetes (below the 10.5% national rate). 30.9% have high blood pressure. 7.0% are current smokers (below the 14.0% national rate). 9.2% report binge drinking. 88.7% are physically inactive, above the national average. 5.8% report depression (below the 20.0% national average).

Health Metrics: Ashhurst vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.6%
5% above US avg
Diabetes6.9%
High Blood Pressure30.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking7.0%
50% below US avg
Binge Drinking9.2%
Physical Inactivity88.7%
Depression5.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.0%

Food & Exercise

Ashhurst experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July — relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 254 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79 — residents may notice occasional air quality concerns. 65% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average54.3°F
1% above US avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days254 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
18% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation266 ft (81 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.2 km²)
Population Density2,086/sq mi
Coordinates-40.2911°N, 175.7547°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 3.1 in Warmest
February 63°F (17°C) 2.6 in Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 3.6 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.4 in
May 51°F (10°C) 4.2 in
June 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
July 46°F (8°C) 4.5 in Coldest, Wettest
August 47°F (8°C) 4.1 in
September 50°F (10°C) 4.1 in
October 53°F (12°C) 3.8 in
November 56°F (14°C) 3.4 in
December 60°F (16°C) 4.1 in

Ashhurst has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F — from 46°F in July to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 45.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (4.5") and February the driest (2.6").

35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 4% above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school. 96.2% of households have broadband internet access.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.0%
4% above US avg
High School+99.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density2,086/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Frequently Asked Questions About Ashhurst

What is the population of Ashhurst?

Ashhurst has a population of 3,400 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 2,086 people per square mile, spread across 1.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Ashhurst expensive to live in?

Ashhurst is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 88.6 — below the baseline of 100.

What is the weather like in Ashhurst?

Ashhurst has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 254 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 79.

How is the job market in Ashhurst?

The unemployment rate in Ashhurst is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition.

How are the schools in Ashhurst?

35.0% of adults in Ashhurst hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 99.0% have completed high school.

How healthy is Ashhurst?

The obesity rate in Ashhurst is 33.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 7.0% of adults are smokers. 88.7% are physically inactive. 5.8% of residents report depression.

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