Sunshine Coast Population 2026
Sunshine Coast has a population of 398,840, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Queensland. Roughly 1.5% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
398,840
Rank in Australia
#8
Coordinates
26.66°S, 153.08°E
~9 m elevation · Australia/Brisbane
Distance to capital (Canberra)
1,030 km
640 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Queensland
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Brisbane | 2,780,063 | #3 |
| Gold Coast | 640,778 | #6 |
| Logan City | 345,098 | #11 |
| Townsville | 201,313 | #15 |
| Cairns | 153,075 | #16 |
| Toowoomba | 142,163 | #17 |
| Caloundra | 96,305 | #22 |
| Mackay | 84,333 | #26 |
Cities near Sunshine Coast
FAQ
What is the population of Sunshine Coast?
Sunshine Coast has a population of 398,840 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Sunshine Coast in?
Sunshine Coast is located in Queensland, Australia.
Is Sunshine Coast the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 1,030 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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