Gawler Population 2026
Gawler has a population of 20,006, making it the #71 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in South Australia. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 282× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,006
Rank in Australia
#71
Coordinates
34.60°S, 138.75°E
~57 m elevation · Australia/Adelaide
Distance to capital (Canberra)
949 km
589 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Australia
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Adelaide | 1,469,163 | #5 |
| Adelaide Hills | 72,260 | #31 |
| Mount Gambier | 25,591 | #58 |
| Mount Barker | 21,554 | #64 |
| Whyalla | 20,880 | #68 |
Cities near Gawler
- Adelaide Hills72,260 people · ~35 km away
- Adelaide1,469,163 people · ~39 km away
- Mount Barker21,554 people · ~53 km away
- Whyalla20,880 people · ~206 km away
- Mildura34,565 people · ~317 km away
- Broken Hill17,456 people · ~386 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gawler?
Gawler has a population of 20,006 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #71 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Gawler in?
Gawler is located in South Australia, Australia.
Is Gawler the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 949 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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