Papeete, Îles du Vent

Papeete: Located on the island of Tahiti, this is the largest commune in French Polynesia.

About

Papeete locator map
Location of Papeete on Îles du Vent map.

Quick Facts about Papeete

Population 26,926
Country France
State Îles du Vent (French Polynesia)
Postal code 98714
Area 17.4 km2
Latitude & Longitude -17.5373,-149.5665
Altitude 30 feet / 9 meters
Capital city Papeete is capital of Q88523611, French Polynesia
Establishment January 01, 1818 (208 years ago)
Time Zone UTC−10:00
Local time 16:05:59 (19th April 2026)
Papeete - Marina Taina image
Papeete - Marina Taina image

Geography

Papeete is located at 17°32'14"S 149°33'59"W (-17.5373300, -149.5665000). It has 2 neighbors: Pirae and Faaa.

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Official website of Papeete

Official Website

Demographics

Year Population % Change Method
2007 26,017 - demographic balance
2012 25,769 -0.96% demographic balance
2017 26,926 4.3% demographic balance
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