Griffith Population 2026
Griffith has a population of 20,569, making it the #69 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in New South Wales. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 274× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,569
Rank in Australia
#69
Coordinates
34.29°S, 146.05°E
~128 m elevation · Australia/Sydney
Distance to capital (Canberra)
302 km
188 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 Griffith
- Wodonga38,949 people · ~218 km away
- Wangaratta29,808 people · ~231 km away
- Echuca15,056 people · ~237 km away
- Shepparton32,067 people · ~240 km away
- Orange41,920 people · ~303 km away
- Canberra367,752 people · ~302 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Griffith?
Griffith has a population of 20,569 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #69 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Griffith in?
Griffith is located in New South Wales, Australia.
Is Griffith the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 302 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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