Papakura Population 2026
Papakura has a population of 37,720, making it the #23 biggest city in 🇳🇿 New Zealand, located in Auckland. Roughly 0.7% of New Zealand's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than Auckland, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,720
Rank in New Zealand
#23
Coordinates
37.06°S, 174.94°E
~14 m elevation · Pacific/Auckland
Distance to capital (Wellington)
470 km
292 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 |
| Remuera | 27,810 | #29 |
| Avondale | 26,450 | #31 |
| Otara | 24,420 | #32 |
| New Lynn | 23,800 | #33 |
Cities near Papakura
- Manurewa40,820 people · ~8 km away
- Manukau City362,000 people · ~10 km away
- Papatoetoe56,010 people · ~14 km away
- Otara24,420 people · ~14 km away
- Mangere23,310 people · ~17 km away
- Remuera27,810 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Papakura?
Papakura has a population of 37,720 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #23 biggest city in New Zealand.
What region is Papakura in?
Papakura is located in Auckland, New Zealand.
Is Papakura the capital of New Zealand?
No, the capital of New Zealand is Wellington, about 470 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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