Australia Population 2026
As of 2025, Australia's population stands at 27,196,812, reflecting a 1-year growth rate of 2.01%. The country maintains a high-income status within the East Asia & Pacific region. With a 10-year average growth rate of 1.48%, Australia ranks 54th globally in population size.
Population Trend (Australia)
Population by Decade
Population milestones
How Australia's population changed across key years (World Bank estimates).
Overview
Australia, located in the East Asia & Pacific region, is a high-income country with a population of 27,196,812 in 2025. The nation has experienced a recent 1-year growth rate of 2.01%, which is notably higher than its longer-term 10-year average growth rate of 1.48%. This suggests a temporary acceleration in population increase, likely driven by factors such as migration or natural increase. As part of a developed region, Australia's demographic trends reflect both aging and migration patterns common among wealthy nations in East Asia and the Pacific.
Key Facts
- Population in 2025: 27,196,812
- 1-year growth rate: 2.01%
- 10-year average growth rate: 1.48%
- Global population rank: 54th
- Income group: High income
- Region: East Asia & Pacific