Tamworth Population 2026
Tamworth has a population of 43,874, making it the #35 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.2% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 129× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,874
Rank in Australia
#35
Coordinates
31.09°S, 150.93°E
~384 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
495 km
307 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 |
| Dubbo | 43,516 | #36 |
Cities near Tamworth
- Armidale21,312 people · ~96 km away
- Muswellbrook16,000 people · ~130 km away
- Taree16,359 people · ~171 km away
- Maitland89,597 people · ~192 km away
- Port Macquarie51,965 people · ~192 km away
- Cessnock23,211 people · ~198 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tamworth?
Tamworth has a population of 43,874 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #35 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Tamworth in?
Tamworth is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Tamworth the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 495 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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