Alice Springs Population 2026
Alice Springs has a population of 25,912, making it the #57 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Northern Territory. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 218× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,912
Rank in Australia
#57
Coordinates
23.70°S, 133.88°E
~583 m elevation · Australia/Darwin
Distance to capital (Canberra)
1,954 km
1,213 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Territory
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Darwin | 139,902 | #18 |
| Palmerston | 33,695 | #45 |
Cities near Alice Springs
- Mount Isa18,317 people · ~666 km away
- Whyalla20,880 people · ~1,098 km away
- Broken Hill17,456 people · ~1,182 km away
- Palmerston33,695 people · ~1,284 km away
- Darwin139,902 people · ~1,290 km away
- Gawler20,006 people · ~1,301 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Alice Springs?
Alice Springs has a population of 25,912 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #57 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Alice Springs in?
Alice Springs is located in Northern Territory, Australia.
Is Alice Springs the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 1,954 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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