St Albans Population 2026
St Albans has a population of 37,629, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Victoria. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 150× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,629
Rank in Australia
#40
Coordinates
37.74°S, 144.80°E
~70 m elevation · Australia/Melbourne
Distance to capital (Canberra)
474 km
294 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Victoria
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Melbourne | 5,435,590 | #2 |
| Geelong | 282,809 | #12 |
| Ballarat | 111,973 | #19 |
| Bendigo | 103,034 | #21 |
| Wodonga | 38,949 | #38 |
| Mildura | 34,565 | #43 |
| Frankston East | 34,457 | #44 |
| Warrnambool | 32,894 | #46 |
Cities near St Albans
- Melbourne5,435,590 people · ~16 km away
- Balwyn North21,302 people · ~26 km away
- Burwood15,147 people · ~30 km away
- Bacchus Marsh24,717 people · ~33 km away
- Wallan15,004 people · ~40 km away
- Frankston East34,457 people · ~52 km away
FAQ
What is the population of St Albans?
St Albans has a population of 37,629 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in Australia.
What region is St Albans in?
St Albans is located in Victoria, Australia.
Is St Albans the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 474 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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