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Awapuni, New Zealand

Manawatu-Wanganui · New Zealand

Awapuni is a small city in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand with a population of 9,050. Elevation: 89 ft (27 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

1.9 /5.0
D Poor
9,050 Population 37/sq mi density
89 ft Elevation 27 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
70.7 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$22,620 Median Income
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Overall
1.9 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$22,620 median income, 6.3% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.3 / 5.0
$213,200 home value, $1,066/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population9,050
Median Age31.0 yrs
Density37/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,620
Per Capita$22,620
Unemployment6.3%

Housing

F
Home Value$213,200
Rent$1,066
Ownership53.3%
Housing Units3,620

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain70.7 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Population9,050
Population Density37 / sq mi
Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Coordinates-40.3762°, 175.5838°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceManawatu-Wanganui
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation70.7 inches (1,795 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$22,620
Median Age31.0 years

About Awapuni

Awapuni is a small city in New Zealand (Manawatu-Wanganui) with a population of 9,050. The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet (27 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Awapuni has a population of 9,050 with a density of 37 people per square mile, spread across 242.7 square miles. The median age is 31.0 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

9,050
Total Population
37
People / sq mi
31.0yrs
Median Age
20% below New Zealand avg
242.7mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Awapuni vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Awapuni is $22,620, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,620 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $435, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 6.3% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 833 business establishments.

Income: Awapuni vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$22,620
70% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$22,620
Avg Weekly Wage$435

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.3%
75% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)833

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Awapuni is $213,200, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,066 (8% below the national average of $1,163). 53.3% of housing units are owner-occupied (below the 65.4% national rate). There are 3,620 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,200
24% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,066
8% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership53.3%
Owner-Occupied53.3%
Renter-Occupied46.7%
Housing Units3,620

Property Tax

Awapuni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 70.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 89 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above New Zealand avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area242.7 sq mi (628.6 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates-40.3762°N, 175.5838°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.7"
86% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 5.47"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.80"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,254 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.6 on Aug 13, 2025.

May 13, 1990 39 km E of Palmerston North, New Zealand M6.4 42 km
Feb 19, 1990 41 km E of Palmerston North, New Zealand M6.3 44 km
Jan 20, 2014 35 km NNE of Masterton, New Zealand M6.1 37 km
Sep 19, 1995 15 km SW of Hawera, New Zealand M5.8 142 km
Feb 15, 2023 55 km NW of Raumati Beach, New Zealand M5.7 91 km
Apr 11, 1993 28 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.7 108 km
Jan 12, 2022 22 km ENE of Eltham, New Zealand M5.7 148 km
Sep 8, 1991 29 km WSW of Bulls, New Zealand M5.6 47 km
May 24, 2020 29 km WNW of Foxton, New Zealand M5.6 53 km
Oct 4, 1990 25 km SE of Brooklyn, New Zealand M5.6 134 km
Oct 15, 2001 21 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.5 115 km
Oct 6, 1990 24 km SW of Waipawa, New Zealand M5.5 136 km
Mar 2, 1992 63 km N of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.5 66 km
Sep 24, 2001 67 km NNE of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.4 79 km
Sep 25, 1996 57 km ENE of Eltham, New Zealand M5.4 144 km
Jun 9, 1991 38 km SSW of Patea, New Zealand M5.4 106 km
Apr 25, 2023 37 km E of Dannevirke, New Zealand M5.4 81 km
Apr 25, 2023 North Island of New Zealand M5.3 85 km
Feb 18, 2003 63 km NNE of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.3 89 km
Jul 12, 1991 23 km ENE of Waiouru, New Zealand M5.3 115 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1931 N. NEW ZEALAND Eruption + Earthquake 15.0 m 261 77 km
1855 NORTHERN ISLAND Earthquake 11.0 m 109 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (122 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 122 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 136 km
Taranaki Stratovolcano 2,518 m (8,261 ft) 1800 176 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 177 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.4 in Warmest
February 63°F (17°C) 2.8 in Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 3.9 in
April 56°F (13°C) 3.5 in
May 51°F (11°C) 4.7 in
June 47°F (8°C) 4.7 in Coldest
July 49°F (10°C) 4.4 in
August 48°F (9°C) 4.2 in
September 51°F (10°C) 5.5 in Wettest
October 54°F (12°C) 4.8 in
November 57°F (14°C) 4.1 in
December 60°F (16°C) 4.5 in

Awapuni has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 47°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 50.5 inches, with September being the wettest month (5.5") and February the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Awapuni

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Longburn School
Longburn Adventist College
Linton Camp School
Riverdale School
Awapuni School
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Radio Stations near Awapuni

1 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
2XS FM Palmerston North retro, rock MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Awapuni

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bulls Museum
Coach House Museum
Luttrells Gardens and Museum
Rugby Museum
Shannon Railway Station Museum & Visitor Centre
Te Manawa Museum
Tokomaru Steam Engine Museum
Traction Engine Museum

Libraries in Awapuni

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ashhurst Community Library0.0
Awapuni Library0.0
Bulls Library0.0
Feilding Public Library0.0
Library0.0
Linton Camp Community Library0.0
Palmerston North City Library0.0
Palmerston North City Library0.0
Sanson Community Library0.0
Sanson Library0.0
Shannon Library0.0
Te Pātikitiki Community Library0.0
Youth Space0.0

Farmers Markets in Awapuni

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Albert Street Market (Saturday)

Hotels in Awapuni

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

White Horse Inn

Restaurants in Awapuni

3 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Spice Kitchen
Sushi Mama
White Horse Inn

Cafes in Awapuni

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Boho Cafe

Monuments in Awapuni

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Tiakitahuna Rocket

Veterinaries in Awapuni

3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Animates Vetcare Clinic Pitama
The Vet (Malcom Anderson)
Totally Vets

Gas Stations in Awapuni

4 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Challenge
Challenge!
G.A.S.
LINTON POL

Golf Courses in Awapuni

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Linton Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Awapuni

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Awapuni

12 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hood AirportMROMedium Airport
Palmerston North AirportPMRMedium Airport
Paraparaumu AirportPPQMedium Airport
RNZAF Base OhakeaOHAMedium Airport
Wanganui AirportWAGMedium Airport
Alfredton AirportSmall Airport
Dannevirke AerodromeSmall Airport
Feilding AirportSmall Airport
Foxpine AerodromeSmall Airport
Otaki AirportSmall Airport
Papawai AirfieldSmall Airport
Taihape AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Awapuni

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Greek Orthodox Church of St John the Baptist
Korimako Vineyard Church
Saint Matthews Anglican Church
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Quick Facts

Timezone
Pacific/Auckland

🇳🇿 About New Zealand

Capital Wellington
Population 4,885,500
Area 268,680 km²
GDP (USD) $255,194,972,673
GDP per capita $49,076
HDI 0.939
Life expectancy 83.0 years
Internet users 96.2%
Urban population 83.9%
Currency NZD (Dollar)
Languages English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language
Calling code +64
TLD .nz
Driving side left

Public Holidays in New Zealand

23 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 Day after New Year's Day Day after New Year's Day
Jan 19 Wellington Anniversary Day Wellington Anniversary Day
Jan 26 Auckland Anniversary Day Auckland/Northland Anniversary Day
Feb 2 Nelson Anniversary Day Nelson Anniversary Day
Feb 6 Waitangi Day Waitangi Day
Mar 9 Taranaki Anniversary Day Taranaki Anniversary Day
Mar 23 Otago Anniversary Day Otago Anniversary Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
Apr 7 Southland Anniversary Day Southland Anniversary Day
Apr 27 Anzac Day Anzac Day
Jun 1 King's Birthday King's Birthday
Jul 10 Matariki Matariki
Sep 28 Canterbury (South) Anniversary Day Dominion Day
Oct 23 Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day Hawke's Bay Anniversary Day
Oct 26 Labour Day Labour Day
Nov 2 Marlborough Anniversary Day Marlborough Anniversary Day
Nov 13 Canterbury Anniversary Day Canterbury (North & Central) Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Chatham Islands Anniversary Day Chatham Islands Anniversary Day
Nov 30 Westland Anniversary Day Westland Anniversary Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 Boxing Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Awapuni

What is the population of Awapuni?

Awapuni has a population of 9,050 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 37 people per square mile, spread across 242.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 31.0 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Awapuni expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,620, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $213,200 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,066 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.4x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Awapuni?

Awapuni enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.7 inches.

How is the job market in Awapuni?

The unemployment rate in Awapuni is 6.3%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $435. There are 833 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Awapuni?

The median home value in Awapuni is $213,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,066. The homeownership rate is 53.3%.

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