Rockhampton Population 2026
Rockhampton has a population of 81,021, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Queensland. Roughly 0.3% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 70× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
81,021
Rank in Australia
#27
Coordinates
23.38°S, 150.51°E
~13 m elevation · Australia/Brisbane
Distance to capital (Canberra)
1,330 km
826 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Queensland
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane | 2,780,063 | #3 |
| Gold Coast | 640,778 | #6 |
| Sunshine Coast | 398,840 | #8 |
| Logan City | 345,098 | #11 |
| Townsville | 201,313 | #15 |
| Cairns | 153,075 | #16 |
| Toowoomba | 142,163 | #17 |
| Caloundra | 96,305 | #22 |
Cities near Rockhampton
- Gladstone45,185 people · ~93 km away
- Bundaberg73,747 people · ~249 km away
- Mackay84,333 people · ~283 km away
- Hervey Bay52,230 people · ~312 km away
- Maryborough27,489 people · ~327 km away
- Gympie22,424 people · ~381 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rockhampton?
Rockhampton has a population of 81,021 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Rockhampton in?
Rockhampton is located in Queensland, Australia.
Is Rockhampton the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 1,330 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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