Darwin Population 2026
Darwin has a population of 139,902, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Northern Territory. Roughly 0.5% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 40× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
139,902
Rank in Australia
#18
Coordinates
12.46°S, 130.84°E
~31 m elevation · Australia/Darwin
Distance to capital (Canberra)
3,134 km
1,946 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Territory
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Palmerston | 33,695 | #45 |
| Alice Springs | 25,912 | #57 |
Cities near Darwin
- Palmerston33,695 people · ~16 km away
- Alice Springs25,912 people · ~1,290 km away
- Mount Isa18,317 people · ~1,301 km away
- Port Hedland15,298 people · ~1,569 km away
- Cairns153,075 people · ~1,679 km away
- Karratha17,013 people · ~1,751 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Darwin?
Darwin has a population of 139,902 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Darwin in?
Darwin is located in Northern Territory, Australia.
Is Darwin the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 3,134 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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