Liverpool Population 2026
Liverpool has a population of 31,078, making it the #48 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 181× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,078
Rank in Australia
#48
Coordinates
33.92°S, 150.93°E
~22 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
224 km
139 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 Liverpool
- Parramatta30,211 people · ~13 km away
- Sydney5,638,830 people · ~27 km away
- Hornsby22,462 people · ~29 km away
- Wollongong280,153 people · ~56 km away
- Central Coast346,596 people · ~68 km away
- Cessnock23,211 people · ~127 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Liverpool?
Liverpool has a population of 31,078 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #48 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Liverpool in?
Liverpool is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Liverpool the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 224 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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