Nuku‘alofa Population 2026 capital
Nuku‘alofa has a population of 22,400, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇹🇴 Tonga, located in Tongatapu. Roughly 22% of Tonga's population lives here. Nuku‘alofa is the capital of Tonga.
Population (city proper)
22,400
Rank in Tonga
#1
Coordinates
21.14°S, 175.20°W
~1 m elevation · Pacific/Tongatapu
FAQ
What is the population of Nuku‘alofa?
Nuku‘alofa has a population of 22,400 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Tonga.
What region is Nuku‘alofa in?
Nuku‘alofa is located in Tongatapu, Tonga.
Is Nuku‘alofa the capital of Tonga?
Yes, Nuku‘alofa is the capital of Tonga.
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.