Adelaide Population 2026
Adelaide has a population of 1,469,163, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in South Australia. Roughly 5.4% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 3.8× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,469,163
Rank in Australia
#5
Coordinates
34.93°S, 138.60°E
~59 m elevation · Australia/Adelaide
Distance to capital (Canberra)
958 km
595 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Australia
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Adelaide Hills | 72,260 | #31 |
| Mount Gambier | 25,591 | #58 |
| Mount Barker | 21,554 | #64 |
| Whyalla | 20,880 | #68 |
| Gawler | 20,006 | #71 |
Cities near Adelaide
- Adelaide Hills72,260 people · ~10 km away
- Mount Barker21,554 people · ~29 km away
- Gawler20,006 people · ~39 km away
- Whyalla20,880 people · ~231 km away
- Mildura34,565 people · ~337 km away
- Mount Gambier25,591 people · ~377 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Adelaide?
Adelaide has a population of 1,469,163 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Adelaide in?
Adelaide is located in South Australia, Australia.
Is Adelaide the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 958 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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