Grafton Population 2026
Grafton has a population of 19,255, making it the #73 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 293× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,255
Rank in Australia
#73
Coordinates
29.68°S, 152.93°E
~7 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
718 km
446 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 Grafton
- Coffs Harbour78,759 people · ~71 km away
- Armidale21,312 people · ~152 km away
- Warwick15,380 people · ~185 km away
- Gold Coast640,778 people · ~193 km away
- Port Macquarie51,965 people · ~195 km away
- Logan City345,098 people · ~228 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Grafton?
Grafton has a population of 19,255 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #73 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Grafton in?
Grafton is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Grafton the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 718 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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