Dunedin Population 2026
Dunedin has a population of 132,800, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇳🇿 New Zealand, located in Otago. Roughly 2.5% of New Zealand's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Auckland, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
132,800
Rank in New Zealand
#7
Coordinates
45.87°S, 170.50°E
~21 m elevation · Pacific/Auckland
Distance to capital (Wellington)
615 km
382 miles, straight line
Cities near Dunedin
- Timaru29,300 people · ~174 km away
- Invercargill58,000 people · ~176 km away
- Ashburton21,600 people · ~240 km away
- Rolleston34,100 people · ~295 km away
- Christchurch419,200 people · ~310 km away
- Rangiora19,300 people · ~330 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dunedin?
Dunedin has a population of 132,800 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in New Zealand.
What region is Dunedin in?
Dunedin is located in Otago, New Zealand.
Is Dunedin the capital of New Zealand?
No, the capital of New Zealand is Wellington, about 615 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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