- At the time of the 2013 census, the usual resident population of Mangawhai was 1329, which is an increase of 411 people, or 45%, since the 2006 census. There were slightly more women (678) than men (648).
- The population is getting slightly older with 25% of residents aged 65 years and over (18% in 2006). 18.5% of residents are under 15 years.
- Most people own their own homes (77%) and the median weekly rent paid was $300.
- Most people identify as European, with nearly 12% identifying as Maori or Pasifika. Just over 22% of residents were born overseas, mostly in the UK or Ireland. This compares to 13% in the Kaipara district.
- 20% of people aged 15 years and over have never married, 58% are married, and 21% are separated, divorced or widowed. Additionally, 33% of those who have never married, live with a partner.
- The median income is $21,900, although just over 18% of people have an annual income of more than $50,000.
- 77% of people aged over 15 years have a post-school qualification, compared with 69% in Kaipara. Just over
- 20% have no formal qualifications, down from 30% in 2006.
- There were 579 occupied and 315 unoccupied dwellings in 2013.
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