Cessnock Population 2026
Cessnock has a population of 23,211, making it the #61 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 243× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,211
Rank in Australia
#61
Coordinates
32.83°S, 151.36°E
~71 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
341 km
212 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 Cessnock
- Maitland89,597 people · ~22 km away
- Newcastle508,437 people · ~41 km away
- Central Coast346,596 people · ~66 km away
- Muswellbrook16,000 people · ~77 km away
- Hornsby22,462 people · ~100 km away
- Parramatta30,211 people · ~114 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cessnock?
Cessnock has a population of 23,211 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #61 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Cessnock in?
Cessnock is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Cessnock the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 341 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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