Palmerston Population 2026
Palmerston has a population of 33,695, making it the #45 biggest city in 🇦🇺 Australia, located in Northern Territory. Roughly 0.1% of Australia's population lives here. It is about 167× smaller than Sydney, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,695
Rank in Australia
#45
Coordinates
12.49°S, 130.98°E
~36 m elevation · Australia/Darwin
Distance to capital (Canberra)
3,123 km
1,939 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Territory
| City | Population | Rank in Australia |
|---|---|---|
| Darwin | 139,902 | #18 |
| Alice Springs | 25,912 | #57 |
Cities near Palmerston
- Darwin139,902 people · ~16 km away
- Alice Springs25,912 people · ~1,284 km away
- Mount Isa18,317 people · ~1,289 km away
- Port Hedland15,298 people · ~1,580 km away
- Cairns153,075 people · ~1,664 km away
- Karratha17,013 people · ~1,762 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Palmerston?
Palmerston has a population of 33,695 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #45 biggest city in Australia.
What region is Palmerston in?
Palmerston is located in Northern Territory, Australia.
Is Palmerston the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra, about 3,123 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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