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Paihia, New Zealand

Northland · New Zealand

Paihia is a small town in Northland, New Zealand with a population of 1,670. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
1,670 Population 170/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$21,060 Median Income
C
Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$21,060 median income, 5.4% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.6 / 5.0
$187,200 home value, $936/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population1,670
Median Age51.0 yrs
Density170/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$21,060
Per Capita$21,060
Unemployment5.4%

Housing

D
Home Value$187,200
Rent$936
Ownership60.5%
Housing Units668

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Population1,670
Population Density170 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates-35.2807°, 174.0910°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceNorthland
Average Temperature59°F (15°C)
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Annual Precipitation67.4 inches (1,712 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$21,060
Median Age51.0 years

About Paihia

Paihia is a small town in New Zealand (Northland) with a population of 1,670. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 59°F (15°C). Temperatures range from 66°F in January to 52°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.4 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Paihia has a population of 1,670 with a density of 170 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age is 51.0 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,670
Total Population
170
People / sq mi
51.0yrs
Median Age
31% above New Zealand avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Paihia vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Paihia is $21,060, which is 72% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,060 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $405, 72% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 154 business establishments.

Income: Paihia vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$21,060
72% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$21,060
Avg Weekly Wage$405

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)154

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Paihia is $187,200, 34% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $936 (20% below the national average of $1,163). 60.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 668 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,200
34% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$936
20% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership60.5%
Owner-Occupied60.5%
Renter-Occupied39.5%
Housing Units668

Property Tax

Paihia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 66°F in January while summers reach 52°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 288 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 67.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

66°F Jan (19°C) 52°F Jul (11°C)
Annual Average58.6°F
9% above New Zealand avg
January Average66°F (19°C)
July Average52°F (11°C)
Sunny Days288 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.4 km²)
Population Density170/sq mi
Coordinates-35.2807°N, 174.0910°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.4"
77% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jun) 6.34"
Driest Month (Jan) 3.54"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M4.5 on Jun 20, 2011.

Jun 20, 2011 116 km NE of Ngunguru, New Zealand M4.5 120 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kaikohe-Bay of Islands (18 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kaikohe-Bay of Islands Volcanic field 388 m (1,273 ft) 400 18 km
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 55 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 193 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 66°F (19°C) 3.5 in Driest
February 67°F (19°C) 3.8 in Warmest
March 65°F (19°C) 4.6 in
April 62°F (16°C) 4.1 in
May 58°F (14°C) 5.0 in
June 54°F (12°C) 6.3 in Wettest
July 52°F (11°C) 6.2 in Coldest
August 53°F (12°C) 5.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 4.6 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.6 in
November 60°F (16°C) 3.6 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.7 in

Paihia has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 52°F in July to 67°F in February. Total annual precipitation is 55.0 inches, with June being the wettest month (6.3") and January the driest (3.5").

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Schools in Paihia

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Paihia School
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Radio Stations near Paihia

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Beagle 88.1 alternative, funk MP3 320 kbps
The Generator classic rock, hard rock MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Paihia

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Mission House
Pompallier French Catholic Mission
Russell Museum
Stone Store
Te Ahurea
Te Kōngahu Museum of Waitangi
Te Rau Aroha
Te Waimate Mission House

Libraries in Paihia

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Friends of the Williams House Paihia Library0.0
Kawakawa Library0.0
Paihia Library0.0
Procter Library0.0
Procter Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Paihia

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bay of Islands Farmers Market
The Old Packhouse Market

Hotels in Paihia

9 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Austria Motel
Bayview Lodge Apartments
Dolphin Motel
Kingsgate Hotel Autolodge Paihia
Outrigger Motel
Pioneer Apartments
Scenic Hotel - Bay of Islands
Sea Spray Suites
The Bishop Selwyn

Restaurants in Paihia

18 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Avo Sushi
Bad Habits
CBK Craft Beer & Kitchen
Charlotte's Kitchen
Glasshouse Kitchen and Bar
Green's Paihia - Indian Cuisine
Greens Paihia - Thai
Jfc
Jimmy Jack's Rib Shack
King Wah Chinese Restaurant
Mr. Sonburi
Pizza Shack
Swordfish Bar & Bistro
Terra Restaurant
The Blue Door
The Hideout Restaurant & Bar
Tipsy Oyster Tapas and Bar
Zane Grey's - The Aquarium

Cafes in Paihia

6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Breeze Cafe & Grill
Cafe 10
El Cafe
Letz Cafe
Popbees
The Third Wheel

Clinics in Paihia

2 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bay View Medical Centre
Pahia Medical

Gas Stations in Paihia

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Caltex
Waitomo Petroleum

Banks in Paihia

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

ASB

Shopping Malls in Paihia

1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Thirty Nine

Airports Near Paihia

36 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kerikeri AirportKKEMedium Airport
Whangarei AirportWREMedium Airport
Ahu AirstripSmall Airport
Broadwood AirstripSmall Airport
Dargaville AerodromeDGRSmall Airport
Fisher Riley North AirstripSmall Airport
Fisher Riley South AirstripSmall Airport
Kahikatoa AirstripSmall Airport
Kaikohe AirportKKOSmall Airport
Koheroa AirstripSmall Airport
Mangamuka Bridge AirstripSmall Airport
Maromaku West AirstripSmall Airport
Maungaparenua AirstripSmall Airport
Ngatieke AirstripSmall Airport
Omapere AirstripSmall Airport
Pamapuria AirstripSmall Airport
Paponga AirstripSmall Airport
Pawarenga Road AirstripSmall Airport
Pouerua AirstripSmall Airport
Pukemiro AirstripSmall Airport
Rangiahua AirstripSmall Airport
Remuera Settlement AirstripSmall Airport
Rotokoma AirstripSmall Airport
Ruapekapeka AirstripSmall Airport
Tahere AirstripSmall Airport
Takahue AirstripSmall Airport
Te Kene AirstripSmall Airport
Te Rore AirstripSmall Airport
Toots AirstripSmall Airport
Umawera AirstripSmall Airport
Waiaruhe AirstripSmall Airport
Waihou Valley AirstripSmall Airport
Waimaho AirstripSmall Airport
Wairapakuru AirstripSmall Airport
Waitotehoanga AirstripSmall Airport
Waro AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Paihia

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
PostShop

Treatment Centers in Paihia

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Northland Hand Therapy

Churches & Religious Organizations in Paihia

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bay of Islands Uniting Church - Paihia Church
Paihia Baptist Church
Saint Paul's Anglican Church

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Paihia

What is the population of Paihia?

Paihia has a population of 1,670 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 170 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 51.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Paihia expensive to live in?

The median household income is $21,060, 72% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $187,200 (34% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $936 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Paihia?

Paihia enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winter temperatures average 66°F in January, while summers reach an average of 52°F in July. The area receives 288 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.4 inches.

How is the job market in Paihia?

The unemployment rate in Paihia is 5.4%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $405. There are 154 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Paihia?

The median home value in Paihia is $187,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $936. The homeownership rate is 60.5%.

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