New Zealand — Country Facts & Profile
Australia and New Zealand, Oceania
The New Zealand dollar (NZD) is the official currency of New Zealand, a country of 5,324,700 people in Australia and New Zealand. With 268,838 km² of territory and Wellington as its capital, it sits within the wider Oceania region. The official languages are English, Māori and New Zealand Sign Language.
Country Profile
Wealth & Economy
New Zealand has a GDP per capita of $49,205, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Stadiums & Hospitals
Notable infrastructure highlights in New Zealand, including Ngā Ana Wai / Eden Park with a capacity of 60,000 seats.
60,000 seats
1,165 beds
Geographic Overview
New Zealand is located in Australia and New Zealand at coordinates 41.00°S, 174.00°E. It has no land borders. Total land area: 268,838 km² (103,799 mi²). Population density: 20 people per km². The highest point is Aoraki / Mount Cook at 3,724 m.
3,724 m
900 km
Cost of Living & Climate
Key indicators for visiting or living in New Zealand.
Nature Reserves
New Zealand has 41 zoos and 21 botanical gardens.
Source: OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).
Top Cities of New Zealand
Internal Divisions
Auckland
78 cities · 3,170,325 people
Largest: Auckland
Wellington Region
35 cities · 929,616 people
Largest: Wellington
Canterbury
35 cities · 777,541 people
Largest: Christchurch
Waikato Region
16 cities · 351,954 people
Largest: Hamilton
Bay of Plenty
11 cities · 306,043 people
Largest: Tauranga
Manawatu-Wanganui
12 cities · 224,889 people
Largest: Palmerston North
Hawke's Bay Region
9 cities · 220,975 people
Largest: Hastings
Otago
10 cities · 217,365 people
Largest: Dunedin
Taranaki Region
6 cities · 129,360 people
Largest: New Plymouth
Southland
4 cities · 87,010 people
Largest: Invercargill
Northland
6 cities · 85,430 people
Largest: Whangarei
Nelson Region
2 cities · 74,660 people
Largest: Nelson
Gisborne
4 cities · 60,650 people
Largest: Gisborne
Marlborough
4 cities · 53,270 people
Largest: Blenheim
Tasman District
2 cities · 27,435 people
Largest: Richmond
West Coast
2 cities · 14,969 people
Largest: Greymouth
Chatham Islands
1 cities · 140 people
Largest: Waitangi
Frequently Asked Questions about New Zealand
- What is the capital of New Zealand?
- The capital of New Zealand is Wellington.
- What is the population of New Zealand?
- New Zealand has a population of approximately 5,324,700 people.
- What continent is New Zealand in?
- New Zealand is located in Oceania, in the Australia and New Zealand subregion.
- Where is New Zealand located?
- New Zealand is located in Australia and New Zealand, Oceania, at coordinates 41.0°S, 174.0°E.
- What currency does New Zealand use?
- New Zealand uses the New Zealand dollar ($ NZD).
- What is the capital and currency of New Zealand?
- The capital of New Zealand is Wellington and the currency is the New Zealand dollar (NZD).
- What languages are spoken in New Zealand?
- The official languages of New Zealand are English, Māori, New Zealand Sign Language.
- What is the area of New Zealand?
- New Zealand covers a total area of 268,838 km² (103,799 square miles).
- How large is New Zealand in square miles?
- New Zealand has a total area of approximately 103,799 square miles (268,838 km²).
- What is the population density of New Zealand?
- New Zealand has a population density of approximately 20 people per km².
- Is New Zealand an independent country?
- Yes, New Zealand is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- Does New Zealand have any land borders?
- No, New Zealand has no land borders.
- What is the GDP per capita of New Zealand?
- The GDP per capita of New Zealand is approximately $49,205.
- What is the country calling code for New Zealand?
- The international calling code for New Zealand is +64. To call New Zealand from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +64 and the local number.
- What time zone is New Zealand in?
- New Zealand spans 5 time zones: UTC-11:00, UTC-10:00, UTC+12:00, UTC+12:45, UTC+13:00.
- What is the highest point in New Zealand?
- The highest point in New Zealand is Aoraki / Mount Cook at 3,724 m (12,218 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of New Zealand?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of New Zealand is approximately $47,580 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in New Zealand?
- The average internet speed in New Zealand is 141 Mbps, which is considered very fast by global standards.