Muswellbrook Population 2026
Muswellbrook has a population of 16,000, making it the #83 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 352× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,000
Rank in Australia
#83
Coordinates
32.26°S, 150.89°E
~164 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
373 km
232 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 Muswellbrook
FAQ
What is the population of Muswellbrook?
Muswellbrook has a population of 16,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #83 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Muswellbrook in?
Muswellbrook is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Muswellbrook the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 373 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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