Port Macquarie Population 2026
Port Macquarie has a population of 51,965, making it the #33 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.2% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 109× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,965
Rank in Australia
#33
Coordinates
31.43°S, 152.91°E
~10 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
554 km
344 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 |
| Tamworth | 43,874 | #35 |
| Dubbo | 43,516 | #36 |
Cities near Port Macquarie
FAQ
What is the population of Port Macquarie?
Port Macquarie has a population of 51,965 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #33 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Port Macquarie in?
Port Macquarie is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Port Macquarie the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 554 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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