Otara Population 2026
Otara has a population of 24,420, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇳🇿 New Zealand, located in Auckland. Roughly 0.5% of New Zealand's population lives here. It is about 63× smaller than Auckland, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,420
Rank in New Zealand
#32
Coordinates
36.95°S, 174.87°E
~10 m elevation · Pacific/Auckland
Distance to capital (Wellington)
482 km
299 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Auckland
| City | Population | Rank in New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | 1,547,200 | #1 |
| Manukau City | 362,000 | #4 |
| Papatoetoe | 56,010 | #16 |
| Manurewa | 40,820 | #21 |
| Papakura | 37,720 | #23 |
| Remuera | 27,810 | #29 |
| Avondale | 26,450 | #31 |
| New Lynn | 23,800 | #33 |
Cities near Otara
- Papatoetoe56,010 people · ~3 km away
- Manukau City362,000 people · ~5 km away
- Mangere23,310 people · ~7 km away
- Manurewa40,820 people · ~8 km away
- Remuera27,810 people · ~10 km away
- Papakura37,720 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Otara?
Otara has a population of 24,420 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in New Zealand.
What region is Otara in?
Otara is located in Auckland, New Zealand.
Is Otara the capital of New Zealand?
No, the capital of New Zealand is Wellington, about 482 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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