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Halcombe, New Zealand

Manawatu-Wanganui · New Zealand

Halcombe is a small town in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand with a population of 660. Elevation: 384 ft (117 m). Average temperature: 55°F (13°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
660 Population 0/sq mi density
384 ft Elevation 117 meters
55°F Avg Temperature 13°C
38.9 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$48,800 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$48,800 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$166,400 home value, $832/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population660
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

B
Median Income$48,800
Per Capita$49,076
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

A+
Home Value$166,400
Rent$832
Ownership64.5%
Housing Units264

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Sunny Days265/yr
Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Population660
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Coordinates-40.1433°, 175.4944°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceManawatu-Wanganui
Average Temperature55°F (13°C)
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Annual Precipitation38.9 inches (988 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$48,800
Median Age37.2 years

About Halcombe

Halcombe is a small town in New Zealand (Manawatu-Wanganui) with a population of 660. The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet (117 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 55°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 46°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 38.9 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Halcombe has a population of 660 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,452.1 square miles. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

660
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below New Zealand avg
3,452.1mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Halcombe vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Halcombe is $48,800, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,076 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $944, 34% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 61 business establishments.

Income: Halcombe vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$48,800
35% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$49,076
Avg Weekly Wage$944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
41% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)61

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Halcombe is $166,400, 41% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $832 (28% below the national average of $1,163). 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 264 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,400
41% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$832
28% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership64.5%
Owner-Occupied64.5%
Renter-Occupied35.5%
Housing Units264

Property Tax

Halcombe experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 63°F in January while summers reach 46°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 265 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 38.9 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 384 feet.

Temperature

63°F Jan (17°C) 46°F Jul (8°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above New Zealand avg
January Average63°F (17°C)
July Average46°F (8°C)
Sunny Days265 days/yr

Geography

Elevation384 ft (117 m)
Area3,452.1 sq mi (8,941.0 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-40.1433°N, 175.4944°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 38.9"
2% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 3.82"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.40"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,354 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 51 km
Jul 3, 2012 63 km S of Opunake, New Zealand M6.3 149 km
Feb 19, 1990 41 km E of Palmerston North, New Zealand M6.3 56 km
Jan 20, 2014 35 km NNE of Masterton, New Zealand M6.1 64 km
Sep 19, 1995 15 km SW of Hawera, New Zealand M5.8 124 km
Feb 15, 2023 55 km NW of Raumati Beach, New Zealand M5.7 93 km
Apr 11, 1993 28 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.7 100 km
Jan 12, 2022 22 km ENE of Eltham, New Zealand M5.7 123 km
May 24, 2020 29 km WNW of Foxton, New Zealand M5.6 53 km
Sep 8, 1991 29 km WSW of Bulls, New Zealand M5.6 39 km
May 24, 2001 38 km WNW of Turangi, New Zealand M5.5 142 km
Mar 2, 1992 63 km N of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.5 77 km
Oct 15, 2001 21 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.5 107 km
Apr 25, 2023 37 km E of Dannevirke, New Zealand M5.4 89 km
Jun 9, 1991 38 km SSW of Patea, New Zealand M5.4 94 km
Sep 25, 1996 57 km ENE of Eltham, New Zealand M5.4 118 km
Sep 24, 2001 67 km NNE of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.4 90 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km SE of Upper Hutt, New Zealand M5.3 122 km
Jul 12, 1991 23 km ENE of Waiouru, New Zealand M5.3 93 km
Apr 25, 2023 North Island of New Zealand M5.3 95 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

5 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 61 km
1855 NORTHERN ISLAND Earthquake 11.0 m 130 km
1910 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Meteorological 1.5 m 1 133 km
1956 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Earthquake 0.9 m 141 km
1846 LAKE TAUPO, NORTH ISLAND Unknown 133 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

5 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (96 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 96 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 110 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 153 km
Taranaki Stratovolcano 2,518 m (8,261 ft) 1800 154 km
Maroa Caldera(s) 897 m (2,943 ft) 180 198 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 63°F (17°C) 3.0 in
February 63°F (17°C) 2.4 in Warmest, Driest
March 61°F (16°C) 3.0 in
April 56°F (13°C) 2.8 in
May 51°F (11°C) 3.5 in
June 47°F (9°C) 3.7 in
July 46°F (8°C) 3.8 in Coldest, Wettest
August 48°F (9°C) 3.5 in
September 51°F (10°C) 3.3 in
October 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
November 57°F (14°C) 2.8 in
December 61°F (16°C) 3.7 in

Halcombe has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 46°F in July to 63°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 38.9 inches, with July being the wettest month (3.8") and February the driest (2.4").

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Schools in Halcombe

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Halcombe Primary School
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Radio Stations near Halcombe

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Brian FM 91.2 Whanganui NZ AAC 128 kbps
Brian FM 91.2 Wanganui NZ AAC 128 kbps
AWA FM community radio, iwi AAC 63 kbps
2XS FM Palmerston North retro, rock MP3 256 kbps

Museums in Halcombe

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bulls Museum
Coach House Museum
Rugby Museum
Te Manawa Museum
Traction Engine Museum

Libraries in Halcombe

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Awapuni Library0.0
Bulls Library0.0
Feilding Public Library0.0
Library0.0
Marton Library0.0
Palmerston North City Library0.0
Palmerston North City Library0.0
Sanson Community Library0.0
Sanson Library0.0
Te Pātikitiki Community Library0.0
Youth Space0.0

Farmers Markets in Halcombe

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Albert Street Market (Saturday)

Hotels in Halcombe

1 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Cheltenham Pub and Hotel

Golf Courses in Halcombe

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hawkestone Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Halcombe

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Halcombe

10 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Palmerston North AirportPMRMedium Airport
RNZAF Base OhakeaOHAMedium Airport
Wanganui AirportWAGMedium Airport
Alfredton AirportSmall Airport
Dannevirke AerodromeSmall Airport
Feilding AirportSmall Airport
Foxpine AerodromeSmall Airport
Otaki AirportSmall Airport
Taihape AirportSmall Airport
Waiouru AirportSmall Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Halcombe

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Michaels and all Angels - Stanway

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Meteorites
1
Confirmed meteorite landing sites recorded in NASA meteorite catalog
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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 Halcombe

What is the population of Halcombe?

Halcombe has a population of 660 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 3,452.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 37.2 years.

Is Halcombe expensive to live in?

The median household income is $48,800, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $166,400 (41% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $832 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 3.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Halcombe?

Halcombe has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 46°F in July. The area receives 265 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.9 inches.

How is the job market in Halcombe?

The unemployment rate in Halcombe is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $944. There are 61 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Halcombe?

The median home value in Halcombe is $166,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $832. The homeownership rate is 64.5%.

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