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Russell, New Zealand

Northland · New Zealand

Russell is a small town in Northland, New Zealand with a population of 762. Elevation: 26 ft (8 m). Average temperature: 59°F (15°C).

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
762 Population 78/sq mi density
26 ft Elevation 8 meters
59°F Avg Temperature 15°C
67.4 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$19,500 Median Income
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$19,500 median income, 3.8% unemployment
D
Affordability
1.7 / 5.0
$171,600 home value, $858/mo rent

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Full City Profile

People

Population762
Median Age61.0 yrs
Density78/mi²

Economy

C+
Median Income$19,500
Per Capita$19,500
Unemployment3.8%

Housing

D
Home Value$171,600
Rent$858
Ownership80.7%
Housing Units305

Climate

Avg Temp59°F (15°C)
Rain67.4 in/yr
Sunny Days288/yr
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Population762
Population Density78 / sq mi
Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Coordinates-35.2615°, 174.1226°
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$19,500
Median Age61.0 years

About Russell

Russell is a small town in New Zealand (Northland) with a population of 762. The city sits at an elevation of 26 feet (8 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.

Russell has a population of 762 with a density of 78 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age is 61.0 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9.

Population

762
Total Population
78
People / sq mi
61.0yrs
Median Age
57% above New Zealand avg
9.8mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Russell vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Russell is $19,500, which is 74% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $19,500 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $375, 74% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 70 business establishments.

Income: Russell vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$19,500
74% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$19,500
Avg Weekly Wage$375

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)70

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Russell is $171,600, 39% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $858 (26% below the national average of $1,163). 80.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 305 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$171,600
39% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$858
26% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership80.7%
Owner-Occupied80.7%
Renter-Occupied19.3%
Housing Units305

Property Tax

Russell 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 26 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

Elevation26 ft (8 m)
Area9.8 sq mi (25.4 km²)
Population Density78/sq mi
Coordinates-35.2615°N, 174.1226°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 M4.5 116 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Nearby Volcanoes

3 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Kaikohe-Bay of Islands (21 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Kaikohe-Bay of Islands Volcanic field 388 m (1,273 ft) 400 21 km
Whangarei Pyroclastic cone(s) 397 m (1,302 ft) Unknown 56 km
Auckland Volcanic Field Volcanic field 260 m (853 ft) 1350 194 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

Russell 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 Russell

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

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

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 Russell

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 Russell

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 Russell

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Bay of Islands Farmers Market
The Old Packhouse Market

Hotels in Russell

6 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Commodores Lodge
Duke of Marlborough Hotel
Hananui Lodge
Seaport Village
Seascape Bay of Islands
Tapeka Del Mar Vacation Rental

Restaurants in Russell

11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Butterfish
Diggers
Greens
Hank's Sushi
Hōne's Garden
Island Girl
Russell Boating Club Restaurant
Seaside
Swordfish Club
The Gables Osteria & Enoteca
Tuk Tuk Bangkok Thai

Cafes in Russell

3 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hell Hole
The French Coffee House
The York Street Cafe

Gas Stations in Russell

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

G.A.S.

Airports Near Russell

30 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Kerikeri AirportKKEMedium Airport
Whangarei AirportWREMedium Airport
Ahu AirstripSmall Airport
Broadwood AirstripSmall Airport
Dargaville AerodromeDGRSmall 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
Paponga AirstripSmall Airport
Pouerua AirstripSmall Airport
Rangiahua AirstripSmall Airport
Remuera Settlement AirstripSmall Airport
Rotokoma AirstripSmall Airport
Ruapekapeka AirstripSmall Airport
Tahere 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 Russell

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Russell Stationers

Treatment Centers in Russell

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Northland Hand Therapy

Churches & Religious Organizations in Russell

3 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Bay of Islands Uniting Church - Russell Church
Christ Church
Russell Baptist Church

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Shipwrecks
1
Documented shipwreck sites from historical maritime records
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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 Russell

What is the population of Russell?

Russell has a population of 762 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 78 people per square mile, spread across 9.8 square miles. The median age of residents is 61.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years.

Is Russell expensive to live in?

The median household income is $19,500, 74% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $171,600 (39% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $858 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 8.8x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Russell?

Russell 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 Russell?

Russell has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $375. There are 70 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Russell?

The median home value in Russell is $171,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $858. The homeownership rate is 80.7%.

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