According to ABC data on population figures for significant urban areas for 2022, top 5 cities in Australia account for 61% of Australia’s population alone.
Here is the list of 5 largest cities in Australia:
5. Adelaide
Adelaide is the city located in South Australia state, its population in 2022 was 1,399,088 people. It increased on rate of 6% in five years.
4. Perth
Perth is the city located in Western Australia state, its population in 2022 was 2,205,223 people. It increased on rate of 8.70% in five years.
3. Brisbane
Brisbane is the third most populated city in Australia with population of 2,545,882 people in 2022. The city is located in Queensland state and its population increased by 9.10% in five years.
2. Sydney
Sydney is the city located in New South Wales, its population was 4,892,217 people in 2022. The population in Sydney increased by 3.50% in five years.
1. Melbourne
Melbourne is the largest city in Australia, it is located in Victoria state and has population of 4,929,201. Its population increased by 7% in five years.