New Zealand

"A Pacific island nation known for its stunning landscapes, adventure sports, and Maori culture."

Australasia
UN Member
OECD
Five Eyes

Overview

Key information and facts

Government type

Parliamentary Constitutional Monarchy

Capital City

Wellington

-4.13°, 174.78°

Official Languages

English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language

Population

5.22M

Total Area

270.47K km²

Population Density

19.31 people per km²

Currency

New Zealand dollar

$

Week Start

monday

Driving Side

left

Society

Key social and demographic indicators

#119
5,223,100

Total Population+2%

2023
#17
83.0 years

Life Expectancy

2023
#99
87.0%

Urban Population

2023
#130
1.56

Fertility Rate

2023
#20
96.2%

Internet Users

2023

Economy

Economic and financial indicators

#50
$252.2B

GDP+0.7%

2023
#24
$48.3K

GDP per Capita

2023
#81
2.9%

Inflation

2024
#83
4.9%

Unemployment Rate

2024

Frequently Asked Questions About New Zealand

What is the capital of New Zealand?

New Zealand's capital city is Wellington.

What is the population of New Zealand?

As of 2023, the estimated population of New Zealand is approximately 5.22M people. This makes it the 119th most populous country out of 192 states.

How large is New Zealand?

New Zealand spans a total area of approximately 270,467 square kilometers (104,427.85 square miles).

Which continent is New Zealand in?

New Zealand is located in Oceania, specifically within the Australasia subregion.

What is the GDP of New Zealand?

According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of New Zealand is approximately $252.18B USD. This ranks New Zealand as the 50th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.

Note: The information on this page has been compiled from authoritative sources. While every effort is made to ensure accuracy, please note that some figures may not be current or entirely precise.