Makomako is a small community in Manawatu-Whanganui with a population of 1,467 and a median age of 40. Median personal income is $32K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Makomako is $550 (550 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 90% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Makomako: NZDep decile 10 (high deprivation); 1 school with avg EQI 495.
In 2026, Makomako recorded 3 building approvals (3 houses, 0 units), down 81.2% year-on-year.
Makomako is a small community in Manawatu-Whanganui with a population of 1,467 and a median age of 40. Median personal income is $32K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Makomako is $550 (550 houses, 0 units). This represents approximately 90% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Makomako: NZDep decile 10 (high deprivation); 1 school with avg EQI 495.
In 2026, Makomako recorded 3 building approvals (3 houses, 0 units), down 81.2% year-on-year.