Geelong Population 2026
Geelong has a population of 282,809, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Victoria. Roughly 1.0% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
282,809
Rank in Australia
#12
Coordinates
38.15°S, 144.36°E
~23 m elevation · Australia/Melbourne
Distance to capital (Canberra)
531 km
330 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Victoria
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne | 5,435,590 | #2 |
| Ballarat | 111,973 | #19 |
| 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 Geelong
- Torquay18,534 people · ~21 km away
- Bacchus Marsh24,717 people · ~53 km away
- St Albans37,629 people · ~59 km away
- Melbourne5,435,590 people · ~65 km away
- Frankston East34,457 people · ~68 km away
- Burwood15,147 people · ~74 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Geelong?
Geelong has a population of 282,809 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Geelong in?
Geelong is located in Victoria, Australia.
Is Geelong the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 531 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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