Taihape is a small community in Manawatu-Whanganui with a population of 1,668 and a median age of 41. Median personal income is $34K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Taihape is $435 (435 houses, 305 units). This represents approximately 66% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Taihape: NZDep decile 9 (high deprivation); 2 schools with avg EQI 474.
In 2026, Taihape recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), up 0% year-on-year.
Taihape is a small community in Manawatu-Whanganui with a population of 1,668 and a median age of 41. Median personal income is $34K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.
Median weekly rent in Taihape is $435 (435 houses, 305 units). This represents approximately 66% of median weekly personal income.
Livability indicators for Taihape: NZDep decile 9 (high deprivation); 2 schools with avg EQI 474.
In 2026, Taihape recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), up 0% year-on-year.