Taree Population 2026
Taree has a population of 16,359, making it the #82 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 345× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,359
Rank in Australia
#82
Coordinates
31.91°S, 152.45°E
~30 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
485 km
301 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 |
| Tamworth | 43,874 | #35 |
Cities near Taree
- Port Macquarie51,965 people · ~69 km away
- Maitland89,597 people · ~124 km away
- Newcastle508,437 people · ~130 km away
- Cessnock23,211 people · ~145 km away
- Muswellbrook16,000 people · ~152 km away
- Tamworth43,874 people · ~171 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Taree?
Taree has a population of 16,359 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #82 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Taree in?
Taree is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Taree the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 485 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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