Ballarat Population 2026
Ballarat has a population of 111,973, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Victoria. Roughly 0.4% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 50× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
111,973
Rank in Australia
#19
Coordinates
37.57°S, 143.85°E
~445 m elevation · Australia/Melbourne
Distance to capital (Canberra)
536 km
333 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Victoria
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne | 5,435,590 | #2 |
| Geelong | 282,809 | #12 |
| Bendigo | 103,034 | #21 |
| Wodonga | 38,949 | #38 |
| St Albans | 37,629 | #40 |
| Mildura | 34,565 | #43 |
| Frankston East | 34,457 | #44 |
| Warrnambool | 32,894 | #46 |
Cities near Ballarat
FAQ
What is the population of Ballarat?
Ballarat has a population of 111,973 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Ballarat in?
Ballarat is located in Victoria, Australia.
Is Ballarat the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 536 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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