Melbourne Population 2026
Melbourne has a population of 5,435,590, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Victoria. Roughly 20% of Australia's population lives here.
Population (city proper)
5,435,590
Rank in Australia
#2
Coordinates
37.81°S, 144.96°E
~25 m elevation · Australia/Melbourne
Distance to capital (Canberra)
466 km
289 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Victoria
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Geelong | 282,809 | #12 |
| Ballarat | 111,973 | #19 |
| Bendigo | 103,034 | #21 |
| Wodonga | 38,949 | #38 |
| St Albans | 37,629 | #40 |
| Mildura | 34,565 | #43 |
| Frankston East | 34,457 | #44 |
| Warrnambool | 32,894 | #46 |
Cities near Melbourne
- Balwyn North21,302 people · ~12 km away
- Burwood15,147 people · ~14 km away
- St Albans37,629 people · ~16 km away
- Frankston East34,457 people · ~39 km away
- Wallan15,004 people · ~44 km away
- Bacchus Marsh24,717 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Melbourne?
Melbourne has a population of 5,435,590 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Melbourne in?
Melbourne is located in Victoria, Australia.
Is Melbourne the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 466 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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