Armidale Population 2026
Armidale has a population of 21,312, making it the #65 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 265× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,312
Rank in Australia
#65
Coordinates
30.50°S, 151.67°E
~1,053 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
582 km
361 miles, straight line
Other big cities in New South Wales
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 5,638,830 | #1 |
| Newcastle | 508,437 | #7 |
| Central Coast | 346,596 | #10 |
| Wollongong | 280,153 | #13 |
| Maitland | 89,597 | #24 |
| Coffs Harbour | 78,759 | #28 |
| Port Macquarie | 51,965 | #33 |
| Tamworth | 43,874 | #35 |
Cities near Armidale
- Tamworth43,874 people · ~96 km away
- Coffs Harbour78,759 people · ~141 km away
- Grafton19,255 people · ~152 km away
- Port Macquarie51,965 people · ~157 km away
- Taree16,359 people · ~174 km away
- Muswellbrook16,000 people · ~209 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Armidale?
Armidale has a population of 21,312 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #65 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Armidale in?
Armidale is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Armidale the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 582 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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