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Of those at least 15 years old, 282 (26.3%) people had a bachelor's or higher degree, and 147 (13.7%) people had no formal qualifications. The median income was $ 41,600, compared with $ 31,800 nationally. 237 people (22.1%) earned over $ 70,000 compared to 17.2% nationally. The employment status of
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Maraekakaho statistical area covers 820.55 km (316.82 sq mi) and had an estimated population of 1,580 as of June 2023, with a population density of 1.9 people per km.
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Maraekakaho School is a co-educational state primary school, with a roll of 131 as of August 2024.
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1043:Government
967:Kahuranaki
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571:25 October
546:14 January
412:References
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