Bairnsdale Population 2026
Bairnsdale has a population of 17,666, making it the #77 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Victoria. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 319× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,666
Rank in Australia
#77
Coordinates
37.82°S, 147.61°E
~26 m elevation · Australia/Melbourne
Distance to capital (Canberra)
313 km
194 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Victoria
Cities near Bairnsdale
- Traralgon26,907 people · ~102 km away
- Warragul19,856 people · ~152 km away
- Wangaratta29,808 people · ~199 km away
- Wodonga38,949 people · ~200 km away
- Burwood15,147 people · ~219 km away
- Frankston East34,457 people · ~220 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bairnsdale?
Bairnsdale has a population of 17,666 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #77 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Bairnsdale in?
Bairnsdale is located in Victoria, Australia.
Is Bairnsdale the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 313 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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