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Wanganui
City in Manawatu-Whanganui, New Zealand
Overview
Whanganui is a lively riverside city rich in cultural history and pioneering spirit, famed for its arts scene and iconic architecture. Its blend of old-world charm and natural beauty makes it a magnet for artists, families, and nature lovers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
New Zealand
Region
Manawatu-Whanganui
Population
—
Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Coordinates
-39.93°, 175.05°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
75
Traffic Safety
85
Food Safety
95
Monthly Cost
$2,260
Local Cost
$1,470
Local Income
$2,200
Cashless
80
English
98
Temperature
13.8°C
Summer Avg
17.5°C
Winter Avg
10.3°C
Record High
30.2°C
Record Low
2.8°C
Humidity
81%
Precipitation
970 mm
Internet Speed
165 Mbps
Upload
197 Mbps
Latency
11 ms
City Vibrancy
29
Coworking
0
Cafes
9
Nightlife
4
Parks
16
Transport
85
Walk Score
85
Footways
169.0
Airport
WAG
Distance
4 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 14 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 75/100.
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