Wainuiomata Population 2026
Wainuiomata has a population of 20,450, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇳🇿 New Zealand, located in Wellington Region. Roughly 0.4% of New Zealand's population lives here. It is about 76× smaller than Auckland, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,450
Rank in New Zealand
#37
Coordinates
41.27°S, 174.95°E
~93 m elevation · Pacific/Auckland
Distance to capital (Wellington)
15 km
9 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 |
| Upper Hutt | 47,400 | #20 |
| Paraparaumu | 29,900 | #25 |
| Masterton | 28,900 | #28 |
Cities near Wainuiomata
- Lower Hutt114,200 people · ~6 km away
- Wellington381,900 people · ~15 km away
- Upper Hutt47,400 people · ~17 km away
- Porirua61,500 people · ~17 km away
- Paraparaumu29,900 people · ~39 km away
- Masterton28,900 people · ~68 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wainuiomata?
Wainuiomata has a population of 20,450 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in New Zealand.
What region is Wainuiomata in?
Wainuiomata is located in Wellington Region, New Zealand.
Is Wainuiomata the capital of New Zealand?
No, the capital of New Zealand is Wellington, about 15 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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