New Zealand

New Zealand is a parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarchy, located in Oceania. Its capital is Wellington. About 5.3 million people live there (2025).

Capital

Wellington

Population

5,324,700 (2025)

Region

Oceania (Australia and New Zealand)

Area

270,467 km²

Demonym

New Zealander

Languages

English, Māori

Form of Government

Parliamentary democracy under a constitutional monarchy

Religion

Non-religious (48.6%)
Christianity (37.3%)
Hinduism (2.7%)

Currency

New Zealand dollar (NZD)

GDP

$264.1B (2025)