Rākaia is a small community in Canterbury with a population of 1,578 and a median age of 40. Median personal income is $43K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Rākaia is $480 (480 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 59% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Rākaia: 1 school with avg EQI 465.
In 2026, Rākaia recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), down 100% year-on-year.
Rākaia is a small community in Canterbury with a population of 1,578 and a median age of 40. Median personal income is $43K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Rākaia is $480 (480 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 59% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Rākaia: 1 school with avg EQI 465.
In 2026, Rākaia recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), down 100% year-on-year.