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Shannon, New Zealand

Manawatu-Wanganui · New Zealand

Shannon is a small town in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand with a population of 1,610. Elevation: 82 ft (25 m). Average temperature: 56°F (14°C).

2.1 /5.0
C Fair
1,610 Population 4/sq mi density
82 ft Elevation 25 meters
56°F Avg Temperature 14°C
70.7 in Annual Rain
Pacific / Auckland Timezone
$18,480 Median Income
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Overall
2.1 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
1.9 / 5.0
$18,480 median income, 9.5% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.2 / 5.0
$145,600 home value, $728/mo rent

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About Shannon

Shannon

Shannon is a small town in the Horowhenua District of New Zealand's North Island. it is located 28 kilometres southwest of Palmerston North and 15 kilometres northeast of Levin.

People

Population1,610
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density4/mi²

Economy

D
Median Income$18,480
Per Capita$18,480
Unemployment9.5%

Housing

C
Home Value$145,600
Rent$728
Ownership75.7%
Housing Units644

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
Rain70.7 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Population1,610
Population Density4 / sq mi
Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Coordinates-40.5483°, 175.4202°
TimezonePacific/Auckland
Country🇳🇿 New Zealand
State / ProvinceManawatu-Wanganui
Average Temperature56°F (14°C)
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Annual Precipitation70.7 inches (1,795 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.3 inches (1 cm)
Median Household Income$18,480
Median Age36.8 years

About Shannon

Shannon is a small town in New Zealand (Manawatu-Wanganui) with a population of 1,610. The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet (25 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (14°C). Temperatures range from 65°F in January to 49°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 70.7 inches. The timezone is Pacific/Auckland.

Shannon has a population of 1,610 with a density of 4 people per square mile, spread across 443.0 square miles. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9.

Population

1,610
Total Population
4
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below New Zealand avg
443.0mi²
Land Area

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages 100.0%

Social Characteristics

Shannon vs New Zealand Average

The median household income in Shannon is $18,480, which is 75% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,480 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $355, 75% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 9.5% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 148 business establishments.

Income: Shannon vs New Zealand

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Income

Median HH Income$18,480
75% below New Zealand avg
Per Capita Income$18,480
Avg Weekly Wage$355

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.5%
164% above New Zealand avg
Establishments (County)148

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

The median home value in Shannon is $145,600, 48% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $728 (37% below the national average of $1,163). 75.7% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 644 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, making homeownership a significant financial stretch for most families.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,600
48% below New Zealand avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$728
37% below New Zealand avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership75.7%
Owner-Occupied75.7%
Renter-Occupied24.3%
Housing Units644

Property Tax

Shannon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 65°F in January while summers reach 49°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 290 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 70.7 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 82 feet.

Temperature

65°F Jan (18°C) 49°F Jul (10°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above New Zealand avg
January Average65°F (18°C)
July Average49°F (10°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Geography

Elevation82 ft (25 m)
Area443.0 sq mi (1,147.4 km²)
Population Density4/sq mi
Coordinates-40.5483°N, 175.4202°W
TimezonePacific/Auckland

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 70.7"
86% above New Zealand avg
Snowfall 0.3"
Wettest Month (Sep) 6.30"
Driest Month (Feb) 3.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,262 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.4. Most recent: M4.3 on Aug 30, 2025.

May 13, 1990 39 km E of Palmerston North, New Zealand M6.4 61 km
Feb 19, 1990 41 km E of Palmerston North, New Zealand M6.3 62 km
Jan 20, 2014 35 km NNE of Masterton, New Zealand M6.1 36 km
Jul 20, 2013 38 km ESE of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.9 149 km
Sep 19, 1995 15 km SW of Hawera, New Zealand M5.8 142 km
Mar 22, 1995 27 km N of Picton, New Zealand M5.8 130 km
Feb 15, 2023 55 km NW of Raumati Beach, New Zealand M5.7 75 km
Apr 11, 1993 28 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.7 131 km
May 24, 2020 29 km WNW of Foxton, New Zealand M5.6 44 km
Sep 8, 1991 29 km WSW of Bulls, New Zealand M5.6 46 km
Oct 4, 1990 25 km SE of Brooklyn, New Zealand M5.6 111 km
Oct 15, 2001 21 km WSW of Hastings, New Zealand M5.5 138 km
Mar 2, 1992 63 km N of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.5 83 km
Oct 6, 1990 24 km SW of Waipawa, New Zealand M5.5 116 km
Jul 18, 2013 38 km E of Blenheim, New Zealand M5.5 140 km
Sep 24, 2001 67 km NNE of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.4 96 km
Apr 25, 2023 37 km E of Dannevirke, New Zealand M5.4 100 km
Jun 9, 1991 38 km SSW of Patea, New Zealand M5.4 100 km
Jan 20, 2005 16 km SE of Upper Hutt, New Zealand M5.3 77 km
Feb 18, 2003 63 km NNE of Castlepoint, New Zealand M5.3 103 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km. Highest wave on record: 15.0 m (49 ft).

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1931 N. NEW ZEALAND Eruption + Earthquake 15.0 m 261 101 km
1855 NORTHERN ISLAND Earthquake 11.0 m — 86 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Nearby Volcanoes

4 volcanoes within 200 km. Closest: Ruapehu (142 km).

Name Type Elevation Last Eruption Distance
Ruapehu Stratovolcano 2,797 m (9,177 ft) 2007 142 km
Tongariro Stratovolcano(es) 1,978 m (6,490 ft) 2012 156 km
Taranaki Stratovolcano 2,518 m (8,261 ft) 1800 180 km
Taupo Caldera 760 m (2,493 ft) 260 199 km
Source: Smithsonian Institution Global Volcanism Program (GVP). Sorted by distance.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 65°F (18°C) 3.9 in Warmest
February 61°F (16°C) 3.4 in Driest
March 60°F (15°C) 4.3 in
April 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 5.3 in
June 46°F (8°C) 5.1 in Coldest
July 49°F (10°C) 5.4 in
August 46°F (8°C) 4.9 in
September 49°F (10°C) 6.3 in Wettest
October 52°F (11°C) 4.9 in
November 55°F (13°C) 5.0 in
December 59°F (15°C) 5.1 in

Shannon has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 46°F in June to 65°F in January. Total annual precipitation is 57.3 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.3") and February the driest (3.4").

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Schools in Shannon

2 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Koputaroa School — — — —
Shannon School — — — —
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Radio Stations near Shannon

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Coast Access Radio MP3 community radio MP3 134 kbps
2XS FM Palmerston North retro, rock MP3 256 kbps
Paekakariki 88.2FM community, eclectic AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Shannon

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Audio Visual Museum
Foxton Flax Stripper Museum
Foxton Historical Society Museum
Middleton Model Railway
Mount Bruce Pioneer Museum
Rugby Museum
Shannon Railway Station Museum & Visitor Centre
Te Awahou Nieuwe Stroom
Te Manawa Museum
Tokomaru Steam Engine Museum

Libraries in Shannon

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Awapuni Library0.0
Foxton Library0.0
Library0.0
Linton Camp Community Library0.0
Palmerston North City Library0.0
Palmerston North City Library0.0
Shannon Library0.0
Te Pātikitiki Community Library0.0
Te Takere0.0
Youth Space0.0

Farmers Markets in Shannon

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Albert Street Market (Saturday)

Cafes in Shannon

1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Highway 57 Bakery and Cafe

Zoos in Shannon

1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Owlcatraz Native Bird and Wildlife Park

Train Stations in Shannon

1 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Shannon

Gas Stations in Shannon

1 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Allied

Golf Courses in Shannon

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Buckley Golf Club

Stadiums & Teams in Shannon

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Shannon

13 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Hood AirportMROMedium Airport
Palmerston North AirportPMRMedium Airport
Paraparaumu AirportPPQMedium Airport
RNZAF Base OhakeaOHAMedium Airport
Wanganui AirportWAGMedium Airport
Alfredton Airport—Small Airport
Dannevirke Aerodrome—Small Airport
Feilding Airport—Small Airport
Flat Point Aerodrome—Small Airport
Foxpine Aerodrome—Small Airport
Martinborough Airport—Small Airport
Otaki Airport—Small Airport
Papawai Airfield—Small Airport

Churches & Religious Organizations in Shannon

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Saint Josephs Catholic Church
Saint Josephs Parish
Shannon Gospel Chapel
Shannon New Life Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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 Shannon

What is the population of Shannon?

Shannon has a population of 1,610 residents and is located in New Zealand. The population density is 4 people per square mile, spread across 443.0 square miles. The median age of residents is 36.8 years.

Is Shannon expensive to live in?

The median household income is $18,480, 75% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $145,600 (48% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $728 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 7.9x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Shannon?

Shannon enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winter temperatures average 65°F in January, while summers reach an average of 49°F in July. The area receives 290 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 70.7 inches.

How is the job market in Shannon?

The job market in Shannon faces challenges, with unemployment at 9.5% / significantly above the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $355. There are 148 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Shannon?

The median home value in Shannon is $145,600. For renters, the median monthly rent is $728. The homeownership rate is 75.7%.

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