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Parakai, New Zealand

Auckland · New Zealand

Parakai is a small town in Auckland, New Zealand with a population of 1,100. Elevation: 13 ft (4 m). Average temperature: 60°F (16°C).

Data updated June 2026

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
1,100 Population 0/sq mi density
13 ft Elevation 4 meters
60°F Avg Temperature 16°C
67.3 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$22,200 Median Income
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$22,200 median income, 3.7% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$239,200 home value, $1,196/mo rent

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About Parakai

Parakai

Parakai is a town in the North Island of New Zealand, sited 43 kilometres northwest of Auckland, close to the southern extremity of the Kaipara Harbour. Helensville is about 3 km (1.9 mi) to the south-east, and Waioneke is 22 km (14 mi) to the north-west.

People

Population1,100
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density0/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$22,200
Per Capita$22,200
Unemployment3.7%

Housing

F
Home Value$239,200
Rent$1,196
Ownership71.2%
Housing Units440

Climate

Avg Temp60°F (16°C)
Rain67.3 in/yr
Sunny Days295/yr
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Population1,100
Population Density0 / sq mi
Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Coordinates-36.6500°, 174.4333°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceAuckland
Average Temperature60°F (16°C)
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Annual Precipitation67.3 inches (1,709 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$22,200
Median Age36.8 years

About Parakai

Parakai is a small town in New Zealand (Auckland) with a population of 1,100. The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet (4 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 60°F (16°C). Temperatures range from 67°F in January to 54°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 67.3 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Parakai has a population of 1,100 with a density of 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,054.4 square miles. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,100
Total Population
0
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below New Zealand avg
4,054.4mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Parakai vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Parakai is $22,200, which is 70% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,200 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $427, 70% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 101 business establishments.

Income: Parakai vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$22,200
70% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$22,200
Avg Weekly Wage$427

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)101

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Parakai is $239,200, 15% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,196 (3% above the national average of $1,163). 71.2% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 440 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$239,200
15% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,196
3% above New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership71.2%
Owner-Occupied71.2%
Renter-Occupied28.8%
Housing Units440

Property Tax

Parakai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 67°F in January while summers reach 54°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 295 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 67.3 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 13 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

67°F Jan (20°C) 54°F Jul (12°C)
Annual Average59.9°F
11% above New Zealand avg
January Average67°F (20°C)
July Average54°F (12°C)
Sunny Days295 days/yr

Geography

Elevation13 ft (4 m)
Area4,054.4 sq mi (10,500.8 km²)
Population Density0/sq mi
Coordinates-36.6500°N, 174.4333°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 67.3"
77% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jul) 5.87"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

12 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.5. Most recent: M2.9 on Jul 1, 2011.

May 17, 1999 39 km WSW of Raglan, New Zealand M4.5 145 km
Feb 21, 2007 30 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M4.5 53 km
Mar 13, 2007 26 km NNW of Coromandel, New Zealand M4.0 85 km
Feb 20, 2011 9 km NNE of Waihi, New Zealand M4.0 148 km
Jun 21, 1993 24 km SW of Paeroa, New Zealand M3.9 135 km
Feb 3, 2007 54 km W of Raglan, New Zealand M3.8 131 km
Feb 21, 2007 31 km NE of Murrays Bay, New Zealand M3.8 54 km
Jun 23, 1993 26 km SW of Paeroa, New Zealand M3.8 136 km
Jun 17, 1993 24 km SW of Paeroa, New Zealand M3.8 137 km
Jul 8, 2005 16 km SSW of Waihi, New Zealand M3.8 150 km
Jun 1, 2002 51 km WSW of Raglan, New Zealand M3.7 146 km
Jul 1, 2011 5 km NNW of Tamaki, New Zealand M2.9 42 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Auckland Volcanic Field (48 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 48 km
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 101 km
Kaikohe-Bay of Islands Volcanic field 388 m (1,273 ft) 400 158 km
Mayor Island Shield 355 m (1,165 ft) -5060 176 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 67°F (20°C) 3.6 in Warmest
February 66°F (19°C) 3.4 in Driest
March 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in
April 60°F (16°C) 4.3 in
May 56°F (13°C) 4.4 in
June 53°F (11°C) 5.8 in
July 54°F (12°C) 5.9 in Wettest
August 52°F (11°C) 5.5 in Coldest
September 54°F (12°C) 4.5 in
October 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in
November 60°F (15°C) 3.7 in
December 63°F (17°C) 3.5 in

Parakai has a seasonal temperature swing of 15°F / from 52°F in August to 67°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 52.0 inches, with July being the wettest month (5.9") and February the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Parakai

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Parakai School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Parakai

45 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
The Sound classic rock AAC 130 kbps
Channel X - AAC 130 kbps
The Hits contemporary hits AAC+ 64 kbps
Mai FM rnb AAC 129 kbps
RNZ National MP3 features, national affairs MP3 64 kbps
George FM - AAC 131 kbps
新西兰中文广播电台 FM90.6 Radio Chinese chinese, culture MP3 128 kbps
iHeartCountry New Zealand country, country music AAC+ 64 kbps
RNZ National AAC (128kbps) features, national affairs AAC 128 kbps
Radio Hauraki - AAC+ 64 kbps
Vinyl Radio NZ classic rock, hits AAC+ 160 kbps
Humm Radio bollywood hits, indian radio AAC 130 kbps
JAZZ CAFE easy listening, smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
Sanctuary - AAC christian, worship AAC 64 kbps
Radio Spice (Auckland, New Zealand) music MP3 128 kbps
RNZ Concert AAC (128kbps) classical, classical music AAC 128 kbps
RNZ Concert MP3 classical, classical music MP3 64 kbps
RNZ Pacific MP3 features, national affairs MP3 64 kbps
Sanctuary - MP3 christian, worship MP3 96 kbps
Niu FM - AAC culture, music AAC+ 64 kbps
Newstalk ZB - AAC+ 64 kbps
West FM Swing Radio 1920s, 1930's MP3 48 kbps
East FM classic rock, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
531pi - AAC music, news AAC+ 64 kbps
Retro Hit Radio 80s, 90s AAC+ 80 kbps
Radio BurgerFuel alt rock, alternative rock MP3 128 kbps
MAD FM Auckland 106.7 commercial free, eclectic MP3 128 kbps
ZFM Global contemporary, internet station MP3 128 kbps
Gold Sport AM classic rock, live sport AAC+ 64 kbps
Radio Samoa 1593am community, culture MP3 128 kbps
SayHiFM filipino radio in new zealand, filipino station MP3 128 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Hope Alive christian, praise MP3 128 kbps
531pi - MP3 music, news MP3 96 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Jazz Cafe christian, smooth jazz MP3 128 kbps
Niu FM - MP3 culture, music MP3 96 kbps
Planet FM 104.6 - AAC community radio, community AAC 150 kbps
RNZ Pacific AAC (64kbps) features, national affairs AAC 64 kbps
Sport Nation - AAC sports, cricket AAC 66 kbps
Southern Cross Country country AAC+ 192 kbps
Planet FM 104.6 - MP3 community, community radio MP3 134 kbps
Radio Hydra classic hits, piha AAC 192 kbps
Radiowave NZ easy listening MP3 128 kbps
Wandering Sheep Radio - Christian Smooth Jazz christian, smooth jazz MP3
Mountainside FM charity, community OGG 128 kbps
UP FM 107.5 dance MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Parakai

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Helensville Pioneer Museum
Old Post Office Museum
Puhoi Heritage Museum
Warkworth and District Museum

Libraries in Parakai

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Helensville Library0.0
Herald Island Library0.0
Herald Island Library0.0
Kaipara Flats Library0.0
Kumeū Library0.0
Pūhoi Town Library0.0
Rānui Library0.0
Te Atatū Peninsula Library0.0
Te Atatū Peninsula Library0.0
Te Manawa0.0
Waitākere Central Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Parakai

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Catalina Bay Farmers Market

Cafes in Parakai

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Macadamia Orchard Shop and Cafe
Maxx Cafe

Golf Courses in Parakai

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

South Head Golf Club

Breweries in Parakai

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
8 Wired Brewery
Little Creatures Brewing
Little Creatures Brewing

Stadiums & Teams in Parakai

TeamLeagueDivision

Ski Resorts Near Parakai

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Snowplanet 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Parakai

14 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Auckland International AirportAKLLarge Airport
Ardmore AirportAMZMedium Airport
RNZAF Base Auckland-Whenuapai-Medium Airport
Dargaville AerodromeDGRSmall Airport
Drury Airfield-Small Airport
Kaipara Flats Airport-Small Airport
Kelly Field-Small Airport
Mercer1 PDZ Airport-Small Airport
North Shore Aerodrome-Small Airport
Omaha Flats Airport-Small Airport
Parakai Aerodrome-Small Airport
Ruawai Aerodrome-Small Airport
Springhill Airport-Small Airport
Waiheke Island AerodromeWIKSmall Airport

Treatment Centers in Parakai

3 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Goodwood Park Healthcare Facility
Hobsonville Optometrists
Physio Connect

Churches & Religious Organizations in Parakai

2 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Parakai Church
River Valley Baptist Church

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 Parakai

What is the population of Parakai?

Parakai has a population of 1,100 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 0 people per square mile, spread across 4,054.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.8 years.

Is Parakai expensive to live in?

The median household income is $22,200, 70% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $239,200 (15% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,196 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 10.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Parakai?

Parakai enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 67°F in January, while summers reach an average of 54°F in July. The area receives 295 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 67.3 inches.

How is the job market in Parakai?

Parakai has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.7%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $427. There are 101 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Parakai?

The median home value in Parakai is $239,200. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,196. The homeownership rate is 71.2%.

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