Papeete Population 2026 capital
Papeete has a population of 26,357, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇵🇫 French Polynesia, located in Îles du Vent. Roughly 9.3% of French Polynesia's population lives here. Papeete is the capital of French Polynesia.
Population (city proper)
26,357
Rank in French Polynesia
#2
Coordinates
17.53°S, 149.57°W
~42 m elevation · Pacific/Tahiti
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FAQ
What is the population of Papeete?
Papeete has a population of 26,357 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in French Polynesia.
What region is Papeete in?
Papeete is located in Îles du Vent, French Polynesia.
Is Papeete the capital of French Polynesia?
Yes, Papeete is the capital of French Polynesia.
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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