What is the Population of New Zealand?
Facts last checked 9 October 2026.
New Zealand has a population of approximately 5,324,700 people, making it the 123rd most populated country of the 196 countries covered on this site — around 0.07% of the world's population. With a land area of 268,838 km², the population density is roughly 20 people per km².
| Population | 5,324,700 |
|---|---|
| Population rank | 123rd of 196 |
| Share of world population | 0.07% |
| Area | 268,838 km² |
| Population density | 20 / km² |
| Demonym | New Zealander |
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Countries with a similar population
| Country | Population | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| New Zealand | 5,324,700 | 123rd |
| Ireland | 5,458,600 | 120th |
| Slovakia | 5,413,813 | 121st |
| Oman | 5,343,630 | 122nd |
| Costa Rica | 5,309,625 | 124th |
| Liberia | 5,248,621 | 125th |
| Mauritania | 4,927,532 | 126th |
New Zealand in context
- New Zealand covers 268,838 km², making it the 75th largest of the 196 countries on this site.
- New Zealand has no land borders with other countries on this site.
- With 5,324,700 people, New Zealand holds about 16.2% of the population of Australia and New Zealand.
- Traffic drives on the left, and calendars start the week on Monday.
- New Zealand is a member state of the United Nations.
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Population of New Zealand — FAQ
What is the population of New Zealand?
The population of New Zealand is approximately 5,324,700 (5.3 million) based on the latest available data.
What is the population of New Zealand in 2026?
The latest estimate in our dataset puts the population of New Zealand at approximately 5,324,700 people (an estimate, not a live count — national statistics offices publish the official figures). New Zealand is the 123rd most populated country in our dataset.
How many people live in New Zealand?
Approximately 5,324,700 people live in New Zealand, making it the 123rd most populated country out of 196 covered on this site.
How does New Zealand rank by population?
New Zealand is the 123rd most populated of the 196 countries covered on this site, with a world population share of 0.07%.
What is the population density of New Zealand?
New Zealand has a population density of roughly 20 people per km², based on a land area of 268,838 km².
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