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Paekakariki, New Zealand
Wellington Region · New Zealand
Paekakariki is a small town in Wellington Region, New Zealand with a population of 1,730. Elevation: 39 ft (12 m). Average temperature: 57°F (14°C).
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People
Economy
BHousing
CClimate
| Population | 1,730 |
| Population Density | 4 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Coordinates | -40.9854°, 174.9545° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Wellington Region |
| Average Temperature | 57°F (14°C) |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 70.1 inches (1,782 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.5 inches (4 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $27,420 |
| Median Age | 47.1 years |
About Paekakariki
Paekakariki is a small town in New Zealand (Wellington Region) with a population of 1,730. The city sits at an elevation of 39 feet (12 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 57°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 50°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.1 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Paekakariki vs New Zealand Average
Income: Paekakariki vs New Zealand
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $27,420 |
| 64% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,420 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $527 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 3.7% |
| 3% above New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 159 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $221,000 |
| 22% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,105 |
| 5% below New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 75.9% |
| Owner-Occupied | 75.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 24.1% |
| Housing Units | 692 |
Property Tax
Climate in Paekakariki
Paekakariki has an average annual temperature of 13.1°C (56°F). The hottest month is Feb (17.4°C), the coldest is Jul (8.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 990 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.8°F |
| 5% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| July Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| Sunny Days | 273 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 39 ft (12 m) |
| Area | 410.7 sq mi (1,063.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 4/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -40.9854°N, 174.9545°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
4 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 11.0 m (36 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1855 | NORTHERN ISLAND | Earthquake | 11.0 m | — | 30 km |
| 2013 | WELLINGTON | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 107 km |
| 2013 | COOK STRAIT | Earthquake | 0.1 m | — | 95 km |
| 1855 | WHARANUI | Earthquake | — | — | 127 km |
Nearby Volcanoes
1 volcano within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (197 km).
| Name | Type | Elevation | Last Eruption | Distance |
| Ruapehu | Stratovolcano | 2,797 m (9,177 ft) | 2007 | 197 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 65°F (18°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 2.4 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (16°C) | 4.0 in | |
| April | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 4.7 in | |
| June | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | |
| July | 50°F (10°C) | 5.1 in | Wettest |
| August | 48°F (9°C) | 4.8 in | Coldest |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 4.2 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 4.0 in | |
| November | 56°F (13°C) | 3.9 in | |
| December | 59°F (15°C) | 4.2 in |
Paekakariki has a seasonal temperature swing of 17°F / from 48°F in August to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 49.4 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.1") and February the driest (2.4").
Schools in Paekakariki
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paekākāriki School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Paekakariki
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ZM Wellington (new) | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 95bFM - FLAC | university radio, university of auckland | OGG 64 kbps | |
| Coast Access Radio MP3 | community radio | MP3 134 kbps | |
| 95bFM - 256Kbps MP3 | university radio, university of auckland | MP3 256 kbps | |
| Radioactive.FM 88.6 | alternative, indie | MP3 320 kbps | |
| RNZ National | — | MP3 64 kbps | |
| jakemusic | random | MP3 | |
| The Cheese | gen-x, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Wellington Access Radio | community, culture | MP3 134 kbps | |
| KIX FM | classic rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 95bFM - 64kbps AAC+ | university radio, university of auckland | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| TLC Radio Northland | — | MP3 | |
| Heads FM Mangawhai 106.4 | community, rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mushroom FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Mouthfull Radio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| World FM Tawa 88.2 | current affairs, kiwi | AAC+ 32 kbps | |
| Paekakariki 88.2FM | community, eclectic | AAC 64 kbps |
Museums in Paekakariki
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golder's Cottage | ||||
| Kapiti Aviation Museum | ||||
| Kapiti Coast Museum | ||||
| Munitions Laboratory and Muesum / Public Toilets | ||||
| New Zealand Police Museum | ||||
| Otaki Museum | ||||
| Paekakariki Station and Museum | ||||
| Pātaka Art + Museum | ||||
| Petone Settlers Museum | ||||
| Porirua Hospital Museum | ||||
| Silver Stream Railway Museum | ||||
| Southward Car Museum | ||||
| Te Māori Waiwhetu Cultural Centre and Museum | ||||
| The Dowse Art Museum | ||||
| Wellington Tramway Museum |
Libraries in Paekakariki
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Johnsonville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Johnsonville Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lower Hutt War Memorial Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Mervyn Kemp (Tawa) Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Moera Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Naenae Kitty Mildenhall Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ōtaki Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paekākāriki Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Paraparaumu Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Petone Community Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pinehaven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Porirua Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pukerua Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Pukerua Bay Library Building | 0.0 | |||||
| Stokes Valley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Titahi Bay Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Upper Hutt City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Waikanae Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitby Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Paekakariki
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Riverbank Market | |||||
| Waitangirua Market |
Restaurants in Paekakariki
1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Paekakariki
3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Paekakariki
1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Paekakariki
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boneface Brewing Co | ||||
| Duncan's Brewing Company | ||||
| Kereru Brewing Company, Limited | ||||
| Panhead Brewery | ||||
| Te Aro Brewing Company | ||||
| Tuatara Brewery |
Airports Near Paekakariki
9 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington International Airport | WLG | Large Airport |
| Hood Airport | MRO | Medium Airport |
| Palmerston North Airport | PMR | Medium Airport |
| Paraparaumu Airport | PPQ | Medium Airport |
| Feilding Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Foxpine Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Martinborough Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Otaki Airport | — | Small Airport |
| Papawai Airfield | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Paekakariki
4 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| ABI Rehabilitation Specialists | ||
| Hand Rehab | ||
| Hikitia Te Wairua | ||
| Rangipapa Forensic Psychiatry Inpatient Unit |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paekakariki
1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| St Peter's Anglican Church |
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What is the population of Paekakariki?
Paekakariki has a population of 1,730 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 410.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 47.1 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Paekakariki expensive to live in?
The median household income is $27,420, 64% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $221,000 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,105 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.1x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Paekakariki?
Paekakariki enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 50°F in July. The area receives 273 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.1 inches, with 1.5 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Paekakariki?
Paekakariki has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $527. There are 159 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Paekakariki?
The median home value in Paekakariki is $221,000. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,105. The homeownership rate is 75.9%.