Goulburn Population 2026
Goulburn has a population of 24,565, making it the #60 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 230× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,565
Rank in Australia
#60
Coordinates
34.75°S, 149.72°E
~642 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
80 km
50 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 Goulburn
- Canberra367,752 people · ~80 km away
- Tuggeranong Administrative District89,461 people · ~95 km away
- Wollongong280,153 people · ~113 km away
- Batemans Bay17,519 people · ~114 km away
- Liverpool31,078 people · ~144 km away
- Bathurst36,230 people · ~149 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Goulburn?
Goulburn has a population of 24,565 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #60 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Goulburn in?
Goulburn is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Goulburn the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 80 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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