Beyond its stunning landscapes, New Zealand is home to people with unique traits—one of which is their average height. This article explores the factors shaping the stature of New Zealanders and what it reveals about their lifestyle and environment.
What is the average height of New Zealanders?
The average height of New Zealanders was approximately 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) for men and 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) for women. These figures are based on data collected from various sources, including health surveys and demographic studies.
Average height can serve as an indicator of overall health and well-being within a population. Changes in average height over time may reflect shifts in living conditions, access to healthcare, and nutritional patterns.
What is the average height of the Maori?
The average height for Male Māori is 177cm, and for Female Māori, it is 163.7cm. On average, Maori individuals have heights that fall within the range observed in the broader New Zealand population.
The Māori people are the indigenous Polynesian inhabitants of New Zealand.
Height of New Zealanders vs. Global Averages
When comparing the average height of New Zealanders to Asian populations, the average height in New Zealand is typically higher. Asian populations, on average, have shorter statures.
On a global scale, New Zealanders generally have an average height that falls within the range observed in many Western countries.
| Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealanders | 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) | 5 feet 5 inches (165 cm) |
| Asian | 5 feet 7 inches (170.5 cm) | 5 feet 1.88 inches (157.2 cm) |
| Europeans | 5 feet 10 inches (178 cm) | 5 feet 5 inches (164 cm) |
| Worldwide | 5 feet 7 inches (171 cm) | 5 feet 3 inches (161 cm) |
*Data source: Wikipedia.
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