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New Plymouth, New Zealand

Taranaki Region · 🇳🇿 New Zealand

New Plymouth is a mid-size city in Taranaki Region, New Zealand with a population of 90,300. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Average temperature: 61°F (16°C).

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
90,300 Population 101/sq mi density
210 ft Elevation 64 meters
61°F Avg Temperature 16°C
70.9 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

Population90,300
Median Age37.2 yrs
Density101/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 Temp61°F (16°C)
AQI79 (Moderate)
Rain70.9 in/yr
Sunny Days298/yr
Elevation210 ft (64 m)

Education

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

Community

CommuteN/A
Broadband96.2%
Population90,300
Population Density101 / sq mi
Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Coordinates-39.0667°, 174.0833°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceTaranaki Region
Average Temperature61°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Annual Precipitation70.9 inches (1,800 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Age37.2 years

Is New Plymouth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Plymouth 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. New Plymouth 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

New Plymouth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 61°F. Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. With 298 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 70.9 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

New Plymouth has a population of 90,300 with a density of 101 people per square mile. The median age is 37.2 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

90,300
Total Population
101
People / sq mi
37.2yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
897.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

New Plymouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

New Plymouth vs U.S. Average

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

Income: New Plymouth 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 New Plymouth, 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: New Plymouth 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

New Plymouth has an average annual temperature of 61°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 56°F in July. Annual precipitation is 70.9 inches. The area enjoys 298 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 79.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 56°F Jul (13°C)
Annual Average60.6°F
12% above US avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average56°F (13°C)
Sunny Days298 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall70.9 inches
86% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median79.0
RatingModerate
Good Days %65.3%

Geography

Elevation210 ft (64 m)
Area897.4 sq mi (2,324.3 km²)
Population Density101/sq mi
Coordinates-39.0667°N, 174.0833°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

Population Density101/sq mi
Total Area897.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.2%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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