Demographics of Australia

As of 2026, the population of Australia is projected at 27.23 million, compared to 26.97 million in 2025. It is the most populous country in Oceania and ranks 55th in the world, accounting for 0.33% of the global population and 57.8% of Oceania's population. The population growth rate for 2026 is projected at 0.91%, placing Australia 103th among 237 countries and dependent territories.

There are 13.51 million males and 13.72 million females in Australia. The male population accounts for 49.62%, compared to 50.38% for females. Australia has 205k more females than males. The sex ratio in 2026 is projected at 98.51 males per 100 females. Australia ranks 122nd globally in terms of the female-to-male ratio.

In 2026, Australia is projected to record 303k births, the 71st highest number of births worldwide—roughly 831 per day, or 35 per hour. Meanwhile, the country is expected to record 187k deaths, the 61st highest death toll in the world—about 512 per day, or 21 per hour.

In 2026, Australia is projected to have a life expectancy at birth to reach 84.37 years, approximately 10.57 years higher than the global average. This places the country 10th worldwide and second in Oceania behind French Polynesia. Its life expectancy is comparable to that of Switzerland, Andorra, and Italy.

In 2026, Australia's total fertility rate (TFR) is projected at 1.64 children per woman, below the global average. This places Australia 144th worldwide and 21st in Oceania, putting it on par with countries such as New Zealand, the United States of America, and France in terms of overall fertility.

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Australia population

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Australia death and birth rate

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Urban and rural population of Australia

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Australia population by Age Group (2026)