Orange Population 2026
Orange has a population of 41,920, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.2% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 135× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,920
Rank in Australia
#37
Coordinates
33.28°S, 149.10°E
~868 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
222 km
138 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 Orange
FAQ
What is the population of Orange?
Orange has a population of 41,920 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Orange in?
Orange is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Orange the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 222 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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