Gold Coast Population 2026
Gold Coast has a population of 640,778, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Queensland. Roughly 2.4% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 8.8× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
640,778
Rank in Australia
#6
Coordinates
28.00°S, 153.43°E
~12 m elevation · Australia/Brisbane
Distance to capital (Canberra)
906 km
563 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Queensland
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane | 2,780,063 | #3 |
| 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 |
| Mackay | 84,333 | #26 |
Cities near Gold Coast
FAQ
What is the population of Gold Coast?
Gold Coast has a population of 640,778 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Gold Coast in?
Gold Coast is located in Queensland, Australia.
Is Gold Coast the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 906 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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