Bundaberg Population 2026
Bundaberg has a population of 73,747, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Queensland. Roughly 0.3% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 76× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
73,747
Rank in Australia
#30
Coordinates
24.87°S, 152.35°E
~17 m elevation · Australia/Brisbane
Distance to capital (Canberra)
1,199 km
745 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Queensland
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane | 2,780,063 | #3 |
| Gold Coast | 640,778 | #6 |
| Sunshine Coast | 398,840 | #8 |
| Logan City | 345,098 | #11 |
| Townsville | 201,313 | #15 |
| Cairns | 153,075 | #16 |
| Toowoomba | 142,163 | #17 |
| Caloundra | 96,305 | #22 |
Cities near Bundaberg
- Hervey Bay52,230 people · ~63 km away
- Maryborough27,489 people · ~83 km away
- Gympie22,424 people · ~151 km away
- Gladstone45,185 people · ~158 km away
- Sunshine Coast398,840 people · ~212 km away
- Caloundra96,305 people · ~229 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bundaberg?
Bundaberg has a population of 73,747 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Bundaberg in?
Bundaberg is located in Queensland, Australia.
Is Bundaberg the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 1,199 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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