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Moawhango, New Zealand

Manawatu-Wanganui · 🇳🇿 New Zealand

Moawhango is a small town in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand with a population of 651. Elevation: 1,614 ft (492 m). Average temperature: 50°F (10°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
651 Population
1,614 ft Elevation 492 meters
50°F Avg Temperature 10°C
48.4 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

Population651
Median Age37.2 yrs
DensityN/A
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 Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days248/yr
Elevation1,614 ft (492 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.2%
Population651
Elevation1,614 ft (492 m)
Coordinates-39.5802°, 175.8623°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceManawatu-Wanganui
Average Temperature50°F (10°C)
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Annual Precipitation48.4 inches (1,229 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.2 years

Is Moawhango a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Moawhango 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. Moawhango 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

Moawhango experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July. The area gets 248 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Moawhango has a population of 651. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

651
Total Population
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Moawhango vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Moawhango vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Moawhango is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average).

Income: Moawhango 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 Moawhango, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.0% are current smokers. 5.8% report depression. 88.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Moawhango 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

Moawhango has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 60°F in January while summers reach 41°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. The area enjoys 248 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Temperature

60°F Jan (16°C) 41°F Jul (5°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average60°F (16°C)
July Average41°F (5°C)
Sunny Days248 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation1,614 ft (492 m)
Coordinates-39.5802°N, 175.8623°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland
35.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (4% above US avg). 96.2% of households have broadband internet.

Education

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

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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