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Pegasus, New Zealand
Canterbury · New Zealand
Pegasus is a small town in Canterbury, New Zealand with a population of 4,170. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 54°F (12°C).
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About Pegasus
Pegasus is a new town in the Waimakariri District of Canterbury, New Zealand. Named for the nearby Pegasus Bay, it is adjacent to the town of Woodend and is 25 km north of Christchurch. Once fully constructed, Pegasus will be home to up to 6000 people. The town will have approximately 1700 residential house sites. Retail and office space is located in the centre of the town adjacent to Lake Pegasus.
People
Economy
BHousing
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| Population | 4,170 |
| Population Density | 5 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Coordinates | -43.3083°, 172.6901° |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
| Country | 🇳🇿 New Zealand |
| State / Province | Canterbury |
| Average Temperature | 54°F (12°C) |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 34.2 inches (869 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 1.1 inches (3 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $29,280 |
| Median Age | 42.6 years |
About Pegasus
Pegasus is a small town in New Zealand (Canterbury) with a population of 4,170. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 54°F (12°C). Temperatures range from 63°F in January to 45°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 34.2 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.
Population
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Pegasus vs New Zealand Average
Income: Pegasus vs New Zealand
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Income
| Median HH Income | $29,280 |
| 61% below New Zealand avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,280 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $563 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below New Zealand avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 384 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
Walkability
Home Value Sources
Ownership Split
Home Values
| Census Median | $270,400 |
| 4% below New Zealand avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,352 |
| 16% above New Zealand avg |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 83.1% |
| Owner-Occupied | 83.1% |
| Renter-Occupied | 16.9% |
| Housing Units | 1,668 |
Property Tax
Climate in Pegasus
Pegasus has an average annual temperature of 11.6°C (53°F). The hottest month is Jan (17°C), the coldest is Jul (5.9°C). Average annual precipitation is 604 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above New Zealand avg | |
| January Average | 63°F (17°C) |
| July Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| Sunny Days | 283 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 927.4 sq mi (2,402.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5/sq mi |
| Coordinates | -43.3083°N, 172.6901°W |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
6 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 6.5 m (21 ft).
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 2016 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Earthquake | 6.5 m | 2 | 70 km |
| 1895 | PIEGON BAY | Meteorological | 5.0 m | — | 46 km |
| 1881 | PIGEON BAY (BANKS PENINSULA) | Earthquake | 3.0 m | — | 46 km |
| 1856 | S CANTERBURY PROVINCE, SOUTH ISLAND | Unknown | 1.0 m | — | 95 km |
| 1922 | SE. NEW ZEALAND | Earthquake | 0.4 m | — | 43 km |
| 1978 | OFF EAST COAST OF SOUTH ISLAND | Meteorological | — | — | 34 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 63°F (17°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| February | 62°F (17°C) | 1.8 in | Driest |
| March | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Wettest |
| April | 55°F (13°C) | 2.2 in | |
| May | 49°F (9°C) | 2.4 in | |
| June | 45°F (7°C) | 1.9 in | Coldest |
| July | 45°F (7°C) | 2.4 in | |
| August | 46°F (8°C) | 2.5 in | |
| September | 50°F (10°C) | 1.8 in | |
| October | 53°F (12°C) | 2.5 in | |
| November | 56°F (14°C) | 1.9 in | |
| December | 60°F (16°C) | 2.1 in |
Pegasus has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 45°F in June to 63°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 26.2 inches, with March being the wettest month (2.5") and February the driest (1.8").
Schools in Pegasus
1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pegasus Bay School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Pegasus
9 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RDU 98.5FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| 3ABN Christian Radio | bible teaching, christian | AAC+ 56 kbps | |
| Anthemz | — | AAC 130 kbps | |
| Akaroa World Radio | easy listening | AAC | |
| XS80s | 1980's, 1980s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dave FM | 70s, 80s | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Power Hit FM 87.8 - Christchurch, NZ | pop music, top 40 | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| 8K.NZ | eclectic, independent | MP3 192 kbps | |
| RDU | alternative | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Pegasus
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Force Museum | ||||
| Canterbury Museum Pop-Up | ||||
| Kowai Archives | ||||
| Mike Pero's Motorcycle Gallery | ||||
| New Brighton Museum | ||||
| Our City O-Tautahi | ||||
| Quake City | ||||
| Rangiora Museum | ||||
| Rutherford's Den | ||||
| Steam Scene Museum | ||||
| Teece Museum of Classical Antiquities | ||||
| The Central Art Gallery | ||||
| Yaldhurst Museum |
Libraries in Pegasus
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARA Library | 0.0 | |||||
| ARA Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Aranui Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Book Discussion Scheme | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library - Te Puna Mātauraka o Waitaha | 0.0 | |||||
| Central Library - Te Puna Mātauraka o Waitaha | 0.0 | |||||
| Engineering and Physical Sciences Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Fendalton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Hornby Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Hurunui Memorial Library Amberley | 0.0 | |||||
| Leithfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Linwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Macmillan Brown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Matatiki: Hornby Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| New Brighton Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Opawa Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ōrauwhata: Bishopdale Library and Community Centre | 0.0 | |||||
| Papanui Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Parklands Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rangiora Public Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Redwood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saint Martins Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saint Martins Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shirley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Spreydon Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Toy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tūranga (Christchurch Central Library) | 0.0 | |||||
| Upper Riccarton Community and School Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Pegasus
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch Farmers' Market | |||||
| Rangiora Produce Market Ltd | |||||
| Riccarton Rotary Market | |||||
| Riverside Market | |||||
| Small farmers market | |||||
| The Provedore |
Cafes in Pegasus
2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Pegasus
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Pegasus
1 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Pegasus
1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Pegasus
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Stadiums & Teams in Pegasus
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Pegasus
11 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Christchurch International Airport | CHC | Large Airport |
| Culverden | — | Small Airport |
| Dunsandel | — | Small Airport |
| Fernside Fields Airpark | — | Small Airport |
| Forest Field Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Hanmer Springs Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Kings (Ladbrooks) | — | Small Airport |
| Rangiora Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Taitapu Ag strip | — | Small Airport |
| West Melton Aerodrome | — | Small Airport |
| Worthy Lodge airstrip (Ladbrooks) | — | Small Airport |
Treatment Centers in Pegasus
16 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| 24 Hour Surgery | ||
| ARA Health Centre | ||
| Cashel Health Centre | ||
| Christchurch PsychMed | ||
| Ear Health Riccarton | ||
| Etu Pasifika | ||
| High Street City Health | ||
| Ilam Medical Centre | ||
| Maui Clinic | ||
| Pegasus Primary Mental Health Services | ||
| Rodger Wright Centre | ||
| Sexual Wellbeing Aotearoa | ||
| Straven Medical | ||
| The Merivale Clinic | ||
| Triton Hearing Clinic, St Albans | ||
| Urology Associates |
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What is the population of Pegasus?
Pegasus has a population of 4,170 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 927.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.6 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.
Is Pegasus expensive to live in?
The median household income is $29,280, 61% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $270,400 (4% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,352 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 9.2x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.
What is the weather like in Pegasus?
Pegasus has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 63°F in January, while summers reach an average of 45°F in July. The area receives 283 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 34.2 inches, with 1.1 inches of snow.
How is the job market in Pegasus?
The job market in Pegasus is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.7% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $563. There are 384 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Pegasus?
The median home value in Pegasus is $270,400. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,352. The homeownership rate is 83.1%.