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  1. Age structure in New Zealand 2023

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    Updated Jun 20, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Age structure in New Zealand 2023 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/436395/age-structure-in-new-zealand/
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    Jun 20, 2025
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    New Zealand
    Description

    This statistic shows the age structure in New Zealand from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, about 18.37 percent of New Zealand's total population were aged 0 to 14 years.

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    2023 Census population change by age group and statistical area 2

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    Stats NZ, 2023 Census population change by age group and statistical area 2 [Dataset]. https://datafinder.stats.govt.nz/layer/119479-2023-census-population-change-by-age-group-and-statistical-area-2/
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    Stats NZ
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    Description

    Dataset contains life-cycle age group census usually resident population counts from the 2013, 2018, and 2023 Censuses, as well as the percentage change in the age group population counts between the 2013 and 2018 Censuses, and between the 2018 and 2023 Censuses. Data is available by statistical area 2 (SA2).

    The life-cycle age groups are:

    • under 15 years
    • 15 to 29 years
    • 30 to 64 years
    • 65 years and over.

    Map shows the percentage change in the census usually resident population count for life-cycle age groups between the 2018 and 2023 Censuses.

    Download lookup file from Stats NZ ArcGIS Online or embedded attachment in Stats NZ geographic data service. Download data table (excluding the geometry column for CSV files) using the instructions in the Koordinates help guide.

    Footnotes

    Geographical boundaries

    Statistical standard for geographic areas 2023 (updated December 2023) has information about geographic boundaries as of 1 January 2023. Address data from 2013 and 2018 Censuses was updated to be consistent with the 2023 areas. Due to the changes in area boundaries and coding methodologies, 2013 and 2018 counts published in 2023 may be slightly different to those published in 2013 or 2018.

    Subnational census usually resident population

    The census usually resident population count of an area (subnational count) is a count of all people who usually live in that area and were present in New Zealand on census night. It excludes visitors from overseas, visitors from elsewhere in New Zealand, and residents temporarily overseas on census night. For example, a person who usually lives in Christchurch city and is visiting Wellington city on census night will be included in the census usually resident population count of Christchurch city. 

    Caution using time series

    Time series data should be interpreted with care due to changes in census methodology and differences in response rates between censuses. The 2023 and 2018 Censuses used a combined census methodology (using census responses and administrative data), while the 2013 Census used a full-field enumeration methodology (with no use of administrative data).

    About the 2023 Census dataset

    For information on the 2023 dataset see Using a combined census model for the 2023 Census. We combined data from the census forms with administrative data to create the 2023 Census dataset, which meets Stats NZ's quality criteria for population structure information. We added real data about real people to the dataset where we were confident the people who hadn’t completed a census form (which is known as admin enumeration) will be counted. We also used data from the 2018 and 2013 Censuses, administrative data sources, and statistical imputation methods to fill in some missing characteristics of people and dwellings.

    Data quality

    The quality of data in the 2023 Census is assessed using the quality rating scale and the quality assurance framework to determine whether data is fit for purpose and suitable for release. Data quality assurance in the 2023 Census has more information.

    Quality rating of a variable

    The quality rating of a variable provides an overall evaluation of data quality for that variable, usually at the highest levels of classification. The quality ratings shown are for the 2023 Census unless stated. There is variability in the quality of data at smaller geographies. Data quality may also vary between censuses, for subpopulations, or when cross tabulated with other variables or at lower levels of the classification. Data quality ratings for 2023 Census variables has more information on quality ratings by variable.

    Age concept quality rating

    Age is rated as very high quality.

    Age – 2023 Census: Information by concept has more information, for example, definitions and data quality.

    Using data for good

    Stats NZ expects that, when working with census data, it is done so with a positive purpose, as outlined in the Māori Data Governance Model (Data Iwi Leaders Group, 2023). This model states that "data should support transformative outcomes and should uplift and strengthen our relationships with each other and with our environments. The avoidance of harm is the minimum expectation for data use. Māori data should also contribute to iwi and hapū tino rangatiratanga”.

    Confidentiality

    The 2023 Census confidentiality rules have been applied to 2013, 2018, and 2023 data. These rules protect the confidentiality of individuals, families, households, dwellings, and undertakings in 2023 Census data. Counts are calculated using fixed random rounding to base 3 (FRR3) and suppression of ‘sensitive’ counts less than six, where tables report multiple geographic variables and/or small populations. Individual figures may not always sum to stated totals. Applying confidentiality rules to 2023 Census data and summary of changes since 2018 and 2013 Censuses has more information about 2023 Census confidentiality rules.

    Symbol

    -998 Not applicable

    -999 Confidential

  3. Median age of the population in New Zealand 2020

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    Updated Apr 24, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Median age of the population in New Zealand 2020 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/436388/average-age-of-the-population-in-new-zealand/
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    Apr 24, 2025
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    New Zealand
    Description

    This statistic shows the median age of the population in New Zealand from 1950 to 2100. The median age is the age that divides a population into two numerically equal groups; that is, half the people are younger than this age and half are older. It is a single index that summarizes the age distribution of a population. In 2020, the median age of the New Zealand population was 36.5 years.

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    2023 Census population change by age group and RC

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    Updated May 29, 2024
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    Statistics New Zealand (2024). 2023 Census population change by age group and RC [Dataset]. https://maps-by-statsnz.hub.arcgis.com/maps/b20dc2acba8247f0b2924befe4082283
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    Dataset updated
    May 29, 2024
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    Attribution 4.0 (CC BY 4.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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    Description

    The life-cycle age groups are:under 15 years15 to 29 years30 to 64 years65 years and over.Map shows the percentage change in the census usually resident population count for life-cycle age groups between the 2018 and 2023 Censuses.Download lookup file from Stats NZ ArcGIS Online or Stats NZ geographic data service.FootnotesGeographical boundariesStatistical standard for geographic areas 2023 (updated December 2023) has information about geographic boundaries as of 1 January 2023. Address data from 2013 and 2018 Censuses was updated to be consistent with the 2023 areas. Due to the changes in area boundaries and coding methodologies, 2013 and 2018 counts published in 2023 may be slightly different to those published in 2013 or 2018.Subnational census usually resident populationThe census usually resident population count of an area (subnational count) is a count of all people who usually live in that area and were present in New Zealand on census night. It excludes visitors from overseas, visitors from elsewhere in New Zealand, and residents temporarily overseas on census night. For example, a person who usually lives in Christchurch city and is visiting Wellington city on census night will be included in the census usually resident population count of Christchurch city. Caution using time seriesTime series data should be interpreted with care due to changes in census methodology and differences in response rates between censuses. The 2023 and 2018 Censuses used a combined census methodology (using census responses and administrative data), while the 2013 Census used a full-field enumeration methodology (with no use of administrative data).About the 2023 Census datasetFor information on the 2023 dataset see Using a combined census model for the 2023 Census. We combined data from the census forms with administrative data to create the 2023 Census dataset, which meets Stats NZ's quality criteria for population structure information. We added real data about real people to the dataset where we were confident the people who hadn’t completed a census form (which is known as admin enumeration) will be counted. We also used data from the 2018 and 2013 Censuses, administrative data sources, and statistical imputation methods to fill in some missing characteristics of people and dwellings. Data qualityThe quality of data in the 2023 Census is assessed using the quality rating scale and the quality assurance framework to determine whether data is fit for purpose and suitable for release. Data quality assurance in the 2023 Census has more information.Quality rating of a variableThe quality rating of a variable provides an overall evaluation of data quality for that variable, usually at the highest levels of classification. The quality ratings shown are for the 2023 Census unless stated. There is variability in the quality of data at smaller geographies. Data quality may also vary between censuses, for subpopulations, or when cross tabulated with other variables or at lower levels of the classification. Data quality ratings for 2023 Census variables has more information on quality ratings by variable. Age concept quality ratingAge is rated as very high quality. Age – 2023 Census: Information by concept has more information, for example, definitions and data quality.Using data for goodStats NZ expects that, when working with census data, it is done so with a positive purpose, as outlined in the Māori Data Governance Model (Data Iwi Leaders Group, 2023). This model states that "data should support transformative outcomes and should uplift and strengthen our relationships with each other and with our environments. The avoidance of harm is the minimum expectation for data use. Māori data should also contribute to iwi and hapū tino rangatiratanga".ConfidentialityThe 2023 Census confidentiality rules have been applied to 2013, 2018, and 2023 data. These rules protect the confidentiality of individuals, families, households, dwellings, and undertakings in 2023 Census data. Counts are calculated using fixed random rounding to base 3 (FRR3) and suppression of ‘sensitive’ counts less than six, where tables report multiple geographic variables and/or small populations. Individual figures may not always sum to stated totals. Applying confidentiality rules to 2023 Census data and summary of changes since 2018 and 2013 Censuses has more information about 2023 Census confidentiality rules.

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    2023 Census population change by age group and regional council

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    Stats NZ, 2023 Census population change by age group and regional council [Dataset]. https://datafinder.stats.govt.nz/layer/117618-2023-census-population-change-by-age-group-and-regional-council/
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    Stats NZ
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    Description

    Dataset contains life-cycle age group census usually resident population counts from the 2013, 2018, and 2023 Censuses, as well as the percentage change in the age group population counts between the 2013 and 2018 Censuses, and between the 2018 and 2023 Censuses. Data is available by regional council.

    The life-cycle age groups are:

    • under 15 years
    • 15 to 29 years
    • 30 to 64 years
    • 65 years and over.

    Map shows the percentage change in the census usually resident population count for life-cycle age groups between the 2018 and 2023 Censuses.

    Download lookup file from Stats NZ ArcGIS Online or embedded attachment in Stats NZ geographic data service. Download data table (excluding the geometry column for CSV files) using the instructions in the Koordinates help guide.

    Footnotes

    Geographical boundaries

    Statistical standard for geographic areas 2023 (updated December 2023) has information about geographic boundaries as of 1 January 2023. Address data from 2013 and 2018 Censuses was updated to be consistent with the 2023 areas. Due to the changes in area boundaries and coding methodologies, 2013 and 2018 counts published in 2023 may be slightly different to those published in 2013 or 2018.

    Subnational census usually resident population

    The census usually resident population count of an area (subnational count) is a count of all people who usually live in that area and were present in New Zealand on census night. It excludes visitors from overseas, visitors from elsewhere in New Zealand, and residents temporarily overseas on census night. For example, a person who usually lives in Christchurch city and is visiting Wellington city on census night will be included in the census usually resident population count of Christchurch city.

    Caution using time series

    Time series data should be interpreted with care due to changes in census methodology and differences in response rates between censuses. The 2023 and 2018 Censuses used a combined census methodology (using census responses and administrative data), while the 2013 Census used a full-field enumeration methodology (with no use of administrative data).

    About the 2023 Census dataset

    For information on the 2023 dataset see Using a combined census model for the 2023 Census. We combined data from the census forms with administrative data to create the 2023 Census dataset, which meets Stats NZ's quality criteria for population structure information. We added real data about real people to the dataset where we were confident the people who hadn’t completed a census form (which is known as admin enumeration) will be counted. We also used data from the 2018 and 2013 Censuses, administrative data sources, and statistical imputation methods to fill in some missing characteristics of people and dwellings.

    Data quality

    The quality of data in the 2023 Census is assessed using the quality rating scale and the quality assurance framework to determine whether data is fit for purpose and suitable for release. Data quality assurance in the 2023 Census has more information.

    Quality rating of a variable

    The quality rating of a variable provides an overall evaluation of data quality for that variable, usually at the highest levels of classification. The quality ratings shown are for the 2023 Census unless stated. There is variability in the quality of data at smaller geographies. Data quality may also vary between censuses, for subpopulations, or when cross tabulated with other variables or at lower levels of the classification. Data quality ratings for 2023 Census variables has more information on quality ratings by variable.

    Age concept quality rating

    Age is rated as very high quality.

    Age – 2023 Census: Information by concept has more information, for example, definitions and data quality.

    Using data for good

    Stats NZ expects that, when working with census data, it is done so with a positive purpose, as outlined in the Māori Data Governance Model (Data Iwi Leaders Group, 2023). This model states that "data should support transformative outcomes and should uplift and strengthen our relationships with each other and with our environments. The avoidance of harm is the minimum expectation for data use. Māori data should also contribute to iwi and hapū tino rangatiratanga”.

    Confidentiality

    The 2023 Census confidentiality rules have been applied to 2013, 2018, and 2023 data. These rules protect the confidentiality of individuals, families, households, dwellings, and undertakings in 2023 Census data. Counts are calculated using fixed random rounding to base 3 (FRR3) and suppression of ‘sensitive’ counts less than six, where tables report multiple geographic variables and/or small populations. Individual figures may not always sum to stated totals. Applying confidentiality rules to 2023 Census data and summary of changes since 2018 and 2013 Censuses has more information about 2023 Census confidentiality rules.

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    2018 Census usually resident population and age groups by Statistical Area 2...

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    Updated Sep 27, 2019
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    Stats NZ (2019). 2018 Census usually resident population and age groups by Statistical Area 2 [Dataset]. https://datafinder.stats.govt.nz/layer/103902-2018-census-usually-resident-population-and-age-groups-by-statistical-area-2/
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    Dataset updated
    Sep 27, 2019
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    Statistics New Zealandhttp://www.stats.govt.nz/
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    Stats NZ
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    https://datafinder.stats.govt.nz/license/attribution-4-0-international/https://datafinder.stats.govt.nz/license/attribution-4-0-international/

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    Description

    This dataset contains census usually resident population counts from the 2006, 2013, and 2018 Censuses by statistical area 2. It contains counts by age groups for the 2006, 2013, and 2018 Censuses, and percentage changes between the 2013 and 2018 Censuses.

    The life cycle age groups are: under 15 years, 15 to 29 years, 30 to 64 years, and 65 years and over.

    These statistical area 2 boundaries extend to the 12 mile limit and are as at 1 January 2018, for further information see Statistical Area 2 2018 (generalised).

    This data uses fixed random rounding to protect confidentiality. Some counts of less than 6 are suppressed according to 2018 confidentiality rules. Values of ‘-999’ indicate suppressed data.

    For further information see the attachments below: Information about the data (2018 Census population age groups by SA22018), 2018 Census population age groups by SA22018 lookup, 2018 Census population and age groups by SA22018.

  7. New Zealand NZ: Population: Total: Aged 15-64

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    CEICdata.com, New Zealand NZ: Population: Total: Aged 15-64 [Dataset]. https://www.ceicdata.com/en/new-zealand/population-and-urbanization-statistics/nz-population-total-aged-1564
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    Time period covered
    Dec 1, 2006 - Dec 1, 2017
    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Variables measured
    Population
    Description

    New Zealand NZ: Population: Total: Aged 15-64 data was reported at 3,111,839.000 Person in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 3,059,011.000 Person for 2016. New Zealand NZ: Population: Total: Aged 15-64 data is updated yearly, averaging 2,158,564.500 Person from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 3,111,839.000 Person in 2017 and a record low of 1,386,969.000 Person in 1960. New Zealand NZ: Population: Total: Aged 15-64 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s New Zealand – Table NZ.World Bank: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Total population between the ages 15 to 64. Population is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship.; ; World Bank staff estimates using the World Bank's total population and age/sex distributions of the United Nations Population Division's World Population Prospects: 2017 Revision.; Sum;

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    Census - Usually resident population by age 2013, 2018, 2023

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    Updated Oct 3, 2024
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    Figure.NZ (2024). Census - Usually resident population by age 2013, 2018, 2023 [Dataset]. https://figure.nz/table/cwplNriMl8M3tpFc
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    Oct 3, 2024
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    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Description

    The New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings is the official count of how many people and dwellings there are in New Zealand. It provides a snapshot of our society at a point in time and helps to tell the story of its social and economic change. The 2023 Census, held on Tuesday 7 March, was the 35th New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings. The first official census was run in 1851, and since 1877 there has been a census every five years, with only four exceptions.

  9. New Zealand NZ: Population: Male: Ages 40-44: % of Male Population

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    CEICdata.com, New Zealand NZ: Population: Male: Ages 40-44: % of Male Population [Dataset]. https://www.ceicdata.com/en/new-zealand/population-and-urbanization-statistics/nz-population-male-ages-4044--of-male-population
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    Time period covered
    Dec 1, 2006 - Dec 1, 2017
    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Variables measured
    Population
    Description

    New Zealand NZ: Population: Male: Ages 40-44: % of Male Population data was reported at 6.146 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 6.365 % for 2016. New Zealand NZ: Population: Male: Ages 40-44: % of Male Population data is updated yearly, averaging 6.360 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 7.701 % in 2003 and a record low of 5.106 % in 1977. New Zealand NZ: Population: Male: Ages 40-44: % of Male Population data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s New Zealand – Table NZ.World Bank.WDI: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Male population between the ages 40 to 44 as a percentage of the total male population.; ; World Bank staff estimates based on age/sex distributions of United Nations Population Division's World Population Prospects: 2017 Revision.; ;

  10. Median age of the European population New Zealand 2013-2038

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    Updated Jul 11, 2025
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    Statista (2025). Median age of the European population New Zealand 2013-2038 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/719306/new-zealand-median-age-of-the-european-population/
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    Dataset updated
    Jul 11, 2025
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    Time period covered
    2013
    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Description

    This statistic displays the forecast of the median age of the European population in New Zealand from 2013 to 2038. The median age of the European population in New Zealand is projected to be around **** years by 2038.

  11. New Zealand NZ: Population: as % of Total: Aged 15-64

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    Updated Mar 15, 2024
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    CEICdata.com (2024). New Zealand NZ: Population: as % of Total: Aged 15-64 [Dataset]. https://www.ceicdata.com/en/new-zealand/population-and-urbanization-statistics/nz-population-as--of-total-aged-1564
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    Mar 15, 2024
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    Time period covered
    Dec 1, 2006 - Dec 1, 2017
    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Variables measured
    Population
    Description

    New Zealand NZ: Population: as % of Total: Aged 15-64 data was reported at 64.912 % in 2017. This records a decrease from the previous number of 65.180 % for 2016. New Zealand NZ: Population: as % of Total: Aged 15-64 data is updated yearly, averaging 65.258 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 66.545 % in 2008 and a record low of 58.385 % in 1961. New Zealand NZ: Population: as % of Total: Aged 15-64 data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s New Zealand – Table NZ.World Bank: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Total population between the ages 15 to 64 as a percentage of the total population. Population is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship.; ; World Bank staff estimates based on age/sex distributions of United Nations Population Division's World Population Prospects: 2017 Revision.; Weighted average;

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    Census - Usually resident population count and change by age group 2013,...

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    Figure.NZ (2024). Census - Usually resident population count and change by age group 2013, 2018, and 2023 [Dataset]. https://figure.nz/table/5xPZ21RnlV8VrD5X
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    Jun 6, 2024
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    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Description

    The New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings is the official count of how many people and dwellings there are in New Zealand. It provides a snapshot of our society at a point in time and helps to tell the story of its social and economic change. The 2023 Census, held on Tuesday 7 March, was the 35th New Zealand Census of Population and Dwellings. The first official census was run in 1851, and since 1877 there has been a census every five years, with only four exceptions.

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    2023 Census totals by topic for individuals by statistical area 1 – part 1

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    Stats NZ (2024). 2023 Census totals by topic for individuals by statistical area 1 – part 1 [Dataset]. https://datafinder.stats.govt.nz/layer/120766-2023-census-totals-by-topic-for-individuals-by-statistical-area-1-part-1/
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    Dataset updated
    Nov 14, 2024
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    Stats NZ
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    Description

    Dataset contains counts and measures for individuals from the 2013, 2018, and 2023 Censuses. Data is available by statistical area 1.

    The variables included in this dataset are for the census usually resident population count (unless otherwise stated). All data is for level 1 of the classification (unless otherwise stated).

    The variables for part 1 of the dataset are:

    • Census usually resident population count
    • Census night population count
    • Age (5-year groups)
    • Age (life cycle groups)
    • Median age
    • Birthplace (NZ born/overseas born)
    • Birthplace (broad geographic areas)
    • Ethnicity (total responses) for level 1 and ‘Other Ethnicity’ grouped by ‘New Zealander’ and ‘Other Ethnicity nec’
    • Māori descent indicator
    • Languages spoken (total responses)
    • Official language indicator
    • Gender
    • Sex at birth
    • Rainbow/LGBTIQ+ indicator for the census usually resident population count aged 15 years and over
    • Sexual identity for the census usually resident population count aged 15 years and over
    • Legally registered relationship status for the census usually resident population count aged 15 years and over
    • Partnership status in current relationship for the census usually resident population count aged 15 years and over
    • Number of children born for the sex at birth female census usually resident population count aged 15 years and over
    • Average number of children born for the sex at birth female census usually resident population count aged 15 years and over
    • Religious affiliation (total responses)
    • Cigarette smoking behaviour for the census usually resident population count aged 15 years and over
    • Disability indicator for the census usually resident population count aged 5 years and over
    • Difficulty communicating for the census usually resident population count aged 5 years and over
    • Difficulty hearing for the census usually resident population count aged 5 years and over
    • Difficulty remembering or concentrating for the census usually resident population count aged 5 years and over
    • Difficulty seeing for the census usually resident population count aged 5 years and over
    • Difficulty walking for the census usually resident population count aged 5 years and over
    • Difficulty washing for the census usually resident population count aged 5 years and over.

    Download lookup file for part 1 from Stats NZ ArcGIS Online or embedded attachment in Stats NZ geographic data service. Download data table (excluding the geometry column for CSV files) using the instructions in the Koordinates help guide.

    Footnotes

    Te Whata

    Under the Mana Ōrite Relationship Agreement, Te Kāhui Raraunga (TKR) will be publishing Māori descent and iwi affiliation data from the 2023 Census in partnership with Stats NZ. This will be available on Te Whata, a TKR platform.

    Geographical boundaries

    Statistical standard for geographic areas 2023 (updated December 2023) has information about geographic boundaries as of 1 January 2023. Address data from 2013 and 2018 Censuses was updated to be consistent with the 2023 areas. Due to the changes in area boundaries and coding methodologies, 2013 and 2018 counts published in 2023 may be slightly different to those published in 2013 or 2018.

    Subnational census usually resident population

    The census usually resident population count of an area (subnational count) is a count of all people who usually live in that area and were present in New Zealand on census night. It excludes visitors from overseas, visitors from elsewhere in New Zealand, and residents temporarily overseas on census night. For example, a person who usually lives in Christchurch city and is visiting Wellington city on census night will be included in the census usually resident population count of Christchurch city.

    Population counts

    Stats NZ publishes a number of different population counts, each using a different definition and methodology. Population statistics – user guide has more information about different counts.

    Caution using time series

    Time series data should be interpreted with care due to changes in census methodology and differences in response rates between censuses. The 2023 and 2018 Censuses used a combined census methodology (using census responses and administrative data), while the 2013 Census used a full-field enumeration methodology (with no use of administrative data).

    Study participation time series

    In the 2013 Census study participation was only collected for the census usually resident population count aged 15 years and over.

    About the 2023 Census dataset

    For information on the 2023 dataset see Using a combined census model for the 2023 Census. We combined data from the census forms with administrative data to create the 2023 Census dataset, which meets Stats NZ's quality criteria for population structure information. We added real data about real people to the dataset where we were confident the people who hadn’t completed a census form (which is known as admin enumeration) will be counted. We also used data from the 2018 and 2013 Censuses, administrative data sources, and statistical imputation methods to fill in some missing characteristics of people and dwellings.

    Data quality

    The quality of data in the 2023 Census is assessed using the quality rating scale and the quality assurance framework to determine whether data is fit for purpose and suitable for release. Data quality assurance in the 2023 Census has more information.

    Concept descriptions and quality ratings

    Data quality ratings for 2023 Census variables has additional details about variables found within totals by topic, for example, definitions and data quality.

    Disability indicator

    This data should not be used as an official measure of disability prevalence. Disability prevalence estimates are only available from the 2023 Household Disability Survey. Household Disability Survey 2023: Final content has more information about the survey.

    Activity limitations are measured using the Washington Group Short Set (WGSS). The WGSS asks about six basic activities that a person might have difficulty with: seeing, hearing, walking or climbing stairs, remembering or concentrating, washing all over or dressing, and communicating. A person was classified as disabled in the 2023 Census if there was at least one of these activities that they had a lot of difficulty with or could not do at all.

    Using data for good

    Stats NZ expects that, when working with census data, it is done so with a positive purpose, as outlined in the Māori Data Governance Model (Data Iwi Leaders Group, 2023). This model states that "data should support transformative outcomes and should uplift and strengthen our relationships with each other and with our environments. The avoidance of harm is the minimum expectation for data use. Māori data should also contribute to iwi and hapū tino rangatiratanga”.

    Confidentiality

    The 2023 Census confidentiality rules have been applied to 2013, 2018, and 2023 data. These rules protect the confidentiality of individuals, families, households, dwellings, and undertakings in 2023 Census data. Counts are calculated using fixed random rounding to base 3 (FRR3) and suppression of ‘sensitive’ counts less than six, where tables report multiple geographic variables and/or small populations. Individual figures may not always sum to stated totals. Applying confidentiality rules to 2023 Census data and summary of changes since 2018 and 2013 Censuses has more information about 2023 Census confidentiality rules.

    Measures

    Measures like averages, medians, and other quantiles are calculated from unrounded counts, with input noise added to or subtracted from each contributing value during measures calculations. Averages and medians based on less than six units (e.g. individuals, dwellings, households, families, or extended families) are suppressed. This suppression threshold changes for other quantiles. Where the cells have been suppressed, a placeholder value has been used.

    Percentages

    To calculate percentages, divide the figure for the category of interest by the figure for 'Total stated' where this applies.

    Symbol

    -997 Not available

    -999 Confidential

    Inconsistencies in definitions

    Please note that there may be differences in definitions between census classifications and those used for other data collections.

  14. New Zealand NZ: Population: Total: Aged 65 and Above

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    Updated Mar 15, 2018
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    CEICdata.com (2018). New Zealand NZ: Population: Total: Aged 65 and Above [Dataset]. https://www.ceicdata.com/en/new-zealand/population-and-urbanization-statistics/nz-population-total-aged-65-and-above
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    Time period covered
    Dec 1, 2006 - Dec 1, 2017
    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Variables measured
    Population
    Description

    New Zealand NZ: Population: Total: Aged 65 and Above data was reported at 734,508.000 Person in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 703,905.000 Person for 2016. New Zealand NZ: Population: Total: Aged 65 and Above data is updated yearly, averaging 358,683.000 Person from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 734,508.000 Person in 2017 and a record low of 204,820.000 Person in 1960. New Zealand NZ: Population: Total: Aged 65 and Above data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s New Zealand – Table NZ.World Bank: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Total population 65 years of age or older. Population is based on the de facto definition of population, which counts all residents regardless of legal status or citizenship.; ; World Bank staff estimates using the World Bank's total population and age/sex distributions of the United Nations Population Division's World Population Prospects: 2017 Revision.; Sum;

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    New Zealand - Age Dependency Ratio (% Of Working-age Population)

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    TRADING ECONOMICS (2017). New Zealand - Age Dependency Ratio (% Of Working-age Population) [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/new-zealand/age-dependency-ratio-percent-of-working-age-population-wb-data.html
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    Time period covered
    Jan 1, 1976 - Dec 31, 2025
    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Description

    Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) in New Zealand was reported at 54.59 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. New Zealand - Age dependency ratio (% of working-age population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

  16. New Zealand NZ: Population: Male: Ages 25-29: % of Male Population

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    CEICdata.com, New Zealand NZ: Population: Male: Ages 25-29: % of Male Population [Dataset]. https://www.ceicdata.com/en/new-zealand/population-and-urbanization-statistics/nz-population-male-ages-2529--of-male-population
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    Dec 1, 2006 - Dec 1, 2017
    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Variables measured
    Population
    Description

    New Zealand NZ: Population: Male: Ages 25-29: % of Male Population data was reported at 7.301 % in 2017. This records an increase from the previous number of 7.143 % for 2016. New Zealand NZ: Population: Male: Ages 25-29: % of Male Population data is updated yearly, averaging 7.128 % from Dec 1960 (Median) to 2017, with 58 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 8.394 % in 1988 and a record low of 6.052 % in 1962. New Zealand NZ: Population: Male: Ages 25-29: % of Male Population data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by World Bank. The data is categorized under Global Database’s New Zealand – Table NZ.World Bank: Population and Urbanization Statistics. Male population between the ages 25 to 29 as a percentage of the total male population.; ; World Bank staff estimates based on age/sex distributions of United Nations Population Division's World Population Prospects: 2017 Revision.; ;

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    Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Working-Age Population Male: From 15 to 64...

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    (2025). Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Working-Age Population Male: From 15 to 64 Years for New Zealand [Dataset]. https://fred.stlouisfed.org/series/LFWA64MANZA647S
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    May 15, 2025
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    New Zealand
    Description

    Graph and download economic data for Infra-Annual Labor Statistics: Working-Age Population Male: From 15 to 64 Years for New Zealand (LFWA64MANZA647S) from 1986 to 2024 about New Zealand, working-age, 15 to 64 years, males, and population.

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    New Zealand - Population, Ages 0-14, Total

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    Updated Mar 12, 2018
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    TRADING ECONOMICS (2018). New Zealand - Population, Ages 0-14, Total [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/new-zealand/population-ages-0-14-total-wb-data.html
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    Time period covered
    Jan 1, 1976 - Dec 31, 2025
    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Description

    Population ages 0-14, total in New Zealand was reported at 967265 Persons in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. New Zealand - Population, ages 0-14, total - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on July of 2025.

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    New Zealand - Population Ages 80 And Above, Male (% Of Male Population)

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    Updated Feb 4, 2020
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    TRADING ECONOMICS (2020). New Zealand - Population Ages 80 And Above, Male (% Of Male Population) [Dataset]. https://tradingeconomics.com/new-zealand/population-ages-80-and-above-male-percent-of-male-population-wb-data.html
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    Time period covered
    Jan 1, 1976 - Dec 31, 2025
    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Description

    Population ages 80 and above, male (% of male population) in New Zealand was reported at 3.5874 % in 2024, according to the World Bank collection of development indicators, compiled from officially recognized sources. New Zealand - Population ages 80 and above, male (% of male population) - actual values, historical data, forecasts and projections were sourced from the World Bank on August of 2025.

  20. New Zealand Working Age Population: Maori

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    Updated Jan 15, 2025
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    CEICdata.com (2025). New Zealand Working Age Population: Maori [Dataset]. https://www.ceicdata.com/en/new-zealand/household-labour-force-survey-working-age-population/working-age-population-maori
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    Time period covered
    Mar 1, 2022 - Dec 1, 2024
    Area covered
    New Zealand
    Variables measured
    Working Age Population
    Description

    New Zealand Working Age Population: Maori data was reported at 649.700 Person th in Mar 2025. This records an increase from the previous number of 646.600 Person th for Dec 2024. New Zealand Working Age Population: Maori data is updated quarterly, averaging 527.300 Person th from Dec 2007 (Median) to Mar 2025, with 70 observations. The data reached an all-time high of 649.700 Person th in Mar 2025 and a record low of 422.500 Person th in Dec 2007. New Zealand Working Age Population: Maori data remains active status in CEIC and is reported by Stats NZ. The data is categorized under Global Database’s New Zealand – Table NZ.G046: Household Labour Force Survey: Working Age Population.

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Statista (2025). Age structure in New Zealand 2023 [Dataset]. https://www.statista.com/statistics/436395/age-structure-in-new-zealand/
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Age structure in New Zealand 2023

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This statistic shows the age structure in New Zealand from 2013 to 2023. In 2023, about 18.37 percent of New Zealand's total population were aged 0 to 14 years.

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