Brisbane, Australia
Major city · Population 2.8M
Brisbane is the 3rd largest city in Australia with a population of approximately 2,780,063 people as of 2026. This makes it the 129th largest city in the world, accounting for 10.22% of Australia's total population of 27.2M. Brisbane is classified as a major city and operates in the Australia/Brisbane timezone. The average annual temperature is 20.3°C with 1,580 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 27 meters above sea level.
Population
2,780,063
Global Rank
#129
Country Rank
#3
% of Australia
10.22%
Avg Temperature
20.3°C
Annual Rainfall
1,580 mm
Elevation
27 m
Timezone
Australia/Brisbane
Brisbane on the Map
Climate in Brisbane
Brisbane's warmest month is Jan and the coldest is Jul. The wettest month is Nov with 290 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Australia at a Glance
Country Population
27,196,812
Capital
Canberra
Region
Australia and New Zealand
Major Cities
22
GDP per Capita
$64,604
Life Expectancy
83.0 years
Urban Population
87.6%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Australia
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Brisbane with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Logan City | 345,098 | 21 km |
| Gold Coast | 640,778 | 71 km |
| Sunshine Coast | 346,522 | 90 km |
| Toowoomba | 142,163 | 106 km |
| Newcastle | 508,437 | 619 km |
| Central Coast | 346,596 | 682 km |
| Sydney | 5,557,233 | 733 km |
| Wollongong | 280,153 | 800 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Brisbane?
The population of Brisbane, Australia is approximately 2,780,063 people, making it the 129th largest city in the world and the 3rd largest in Australia.
Is Brisbane the capital of Australia?
No, the capital of Australia is Canberra. Brisbane is the 3rd largest city in the country.
What is the climate like in Brisbane?
Brisbane has an average annual temperature of 20.3°C and receives 1,580 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Jan and the coldest is Jul.
What timezone is Brisbane in?
Brisbane is in the Australia/Brisbane timezone.