Manaia is a small community in Taranaki with a population of 1,083 and a median age of 43. Median personal income is $29K per year. The main ethnic groups are European, Māori, Pacific Peoples.

Livability indicators for Manaia: NZDep decile 10 (high deprivation); 1 school with avg EQI 553.

In 2026, Manaia recorded 0 building approvals (0 houses, 0 units), up 0% year-on-year.