Levin Population 2026
Levin has a population of 19,789, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇳🇿 New Zealand, located in Manawatu-Wanganui. Roughly 0.4% of New Zealand's population lives here. It is about 78× smaller than Auckland, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,789
Rank in New Zealand
#40
Coordinates
40.63°S, 175.28°E
~38 m elevation · Pacific/Auckland
Distance to capital (Wellington)
84 km
52 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Manawatu-Wanganui
| City | Population | Rank in New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Palmerston North | 90,500 | #9 |
| Whanganui | 49,200 | #19 |
Cities near Levin
- Paraparaumu29,900 people · ~38 km away
- Palmerston North90,500 people · ~42 km away
- Masterton28,900 people · ~49 km away
- Upper Hutt47,400 people · ~59 km away
- Porirua61,500 people · ~66 km away
- Lower Hutt114,200 people · ~72 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Levin?
Levin has a population of 19,789 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in New Zealand.
What region is Levin in?
Levin is located in Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand.
Is Levin the capital of New Zealand?
No, the capital of New Zealand is Wellington, about 84 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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