Maitland Population 2026
Maitland has a population of 89,597, making it the #24 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.3% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 63× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
89,597
Rank in Australia
#24
Coordinates
32.73°S, 151.56°E
~16 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
361 km
224 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 |
| Coffs Harbour | 78,759 | #28 |
| Port Macquarie | 51,965 | #33 |
| Tamworth | 43,874 | #35 |
| Dubbo | 43,516 | #36 |
Cities near Maitland
- Cessnock23,211 people · ~22 km away
- Newcastle508,437 people · ~30 km away
- Central Coast346,596 people · ~79 km away
- Muswellbrook16,000 people · ~82 km away
- Hornsby22,462 people · ~116 km away
- Taree16,359 people · ~124 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Maitland?
Maitland has a population of 89,597 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #24 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Maitland in?
Maitland is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Maitland the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 361 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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