Wodonga Population 2026
Wodonga has a population of 38,949, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Victoria. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 145× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,949
Rank in Australia
#38
Coordinates
36.12°S, 146.89°E
~167 m elevation · Australia/Melbourne
Distance to capital (Canberra)
223 km
138 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 |
| St Albans | 37,629 | #40 |
| Mildura | 34,565 | #43 |
| Frankston East | 34,457 | #44 |
| Warrnambool | 32,894 | #46 |
Cities near Wodonga
- Wangaratta29,808 people · ~57 km away
- Shepparton32,067 people · ~137 km away
- Echuca15,056 people · ~192 km away
- Bairnsdale17,666 people · ~200 km away
- Tuggeranong Administrative District89,461 people · ~212 km away
- Griffith20,569 people · ~218 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wodonga?
Wodonga has a population of 38,949 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Wodonga in?
Wodonga is located in Victoria, Australia.
Is Wodonga the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 223 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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