Whangarei Population 2026
Whangarei has a population of 50,900, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇳🇿 New Zealand, located in Northland. Roughly 1.0% of New Zealand's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Auckland, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,900
Rank in New Zealand
#18
Coordinates
35.73°S, 174.32°E
~7 m elevation · Pacific/Auckland
Distance to capital (Wellington)
619 km
384 miles, straight line
Cities near Whangarei
FAQ
What is the population of Whangarei?
Whangarei has a population of 50,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in New Zealand.
What region is Whangarei in?
Whangarei is located in Northland, New Zealand.
Is Whangarei the capital of New Zealand?
No, the capital of New Zealand is Wellington, about 619 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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