Upper Hutt Population 2026
Upper Hutt has a population of 47,400, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇳🇿 New Zealand, located in Wellington Region. Roughly 0.9% of New Zealand's population lives here. It is about 33× smaller than Auckland, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,400
Rank in New Zealand
#20
Coordinates
41.14°S, 175.05°E
~60 m elevation · Pacific/Auckland
Distance to capital (Wellington)
28 km
17 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wellington Region
| City | Population | Rank in New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Wellington | 381,900 | #3 |
| Lower Hutt | 114,200 | #8 |
| Porirua | 61,500 | #14 |
| Paraparaumu | 29,900 | #25 |
| Masterton | 28,900 | #28 |
| Wainuiomata | 20,450 | #37 |
Cities near Upper Hutt
- Lower Hutt114,200 people · ~14 km away
- Wainuiomata20,450 people · ~17 km away
- Porirua61,500 people · ~17 km away
- Paraparaumu29,900 people · ~25 km away
- Wellington381,900 people · ~28 km away
- Masterton28,900 people · ~55 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Upper Hutt?
Upper Hutt has a population of 47,400 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in New Zealand.
What region is Upper Hutt in?
Upper Hutt is located in Wellington Region, New Zealand.
Is Upper Hutt the capital of New Zealand?
No, the capital of New Zealand is Wellington, about 28 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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