Paraparaumu Population 2026
Paraparaumu has a population of 29,900, making it the #25 biggest city in 🇳🇿 New Zealand, located in Wellington Region. Roughly 0.6% of New Zealand's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than Auckland, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,900
Rank in New Zealand
#25
Coordinates
40.92°S, 175.02°E
~77 m elevation · Pacific/Auckland
Distance to capital (Wellington)
46 km
29 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wellington Region
| City | Population | Rank in New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington | 381,900 | #3 |
| Lower Hutt | 114,200 | #8 |
| Porirua | 61,500 | #14 |
| Upper Hutt | 47,400 | #20 |
| Masterton | 28,900 | #28 |
| Wainuiomata | 20,450 | #37 |
Cities near Paraparaumu
- Upper Hutt47,400 people · ~25 km away
- Porirua61,500 people · ~28 km away
- Lower Hutt114,200 people · ~34 km away
- Levin19,789 people · ~38 km away
- Wainuiomata20,450 people · ~39 km away
- Wellington381,900 people · ~46 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Paraparaumu?
Paraparaumu has a population of 29,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #25 biggest city in New Zealand.
What region is Paraparaumu in?
Paraparaumu is located in Wellington Region, New Zealand.
Is Paraparaumu the capital of New Zealand?
No, the capital of New Zealand is Wellington, about 46 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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