Australia — Country Facts & Profile
Australia and New Zealand, Oceania
Australia ranks #54 by population and #7 by land area worldwide. Officially known as Australia, this independent country sits in Australia and New Zealand and is home to 27,536,874 people. Canberra serves as its capital. The official language is English. The national currency is the Australian dollar ($ AUD).
Country Statistics
Safety Profile
Australia has a safety index of 97 out of 100 based on crime and safety data. Higher scores indicate safer conditions.
Higher score = safer. Based on crime index data.
Financial Profile
Australia has a GDP per capita of $64,604, reflecting the average economic output per person in the country.
Physical Geography
Australia is located in Australia and New Zealand at coordinates 27.00°S, 133.00°E. It has no land borders. Total land area: 7,692,024 km² (2,969,906 mi²). Population density: 4 people per km². The highest point is Mawson Peak at 2,745 m.
2,745 m
2,530 km
Quality of Life
Key indicators for visiting or living in Australia. Average temperature in Canberra: 22.5°C (73°F).
Speed Regulations
General road speed limits in Australia are 50 km/h in urban areas, 100 km/h on rural roads.
General speed limits. Local exceptions may apply. Source: Wikidata.
Notable Infrastructure
Notable infrastructure highlights in Australia, including Melbourne Cricket Ground with a capacity of 100,024 seats.
100,024 seats
Heritage Sites
Australia is home to 14 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, reflecting its rich cultural and natural history.
14
World Heritage Sites
Notable Cities of Australia
Subdivisions
New South Wales
483 cities · 12,096,830 people
Largest: Sydney
Victoria
359 cities · 11,238,195 people
Largest: Melbourne
Queensland
331 cities · 8,130,614 people
Largest: Brisbane
Western Australia
183 cities · 4,328,573 people
Largest: Perth
South Australia
81 cities · 2,233,576 people
Largest: Adelaide
Australian Capital Territory
32 cities · 653,578 people
Largest: Canberra
Tasmania
21 cities · 509,450 people
Largest: Hobart
Northern Territory
5 cities · 211,615 people
Largest: Darwin
Frequently Asked Questions about Australia
- What is the capital of Australia?
- The capital of Australia is Canberra.
- What is the population of Australia?
- Australia has a population of approximately 27,536,874 people.
- What continent is Australia in?
- Australia is located in Oceania, in the Australia and New Zealand subregion.
- Where is Australia located?
- Australia is located in Australia and New Zealand, Oceania, at coordinates 27.0°S, 133.0°E.
- What currency does Australia use?
- Australia uses the Australian dollar ($ AUD).
- What is the capital and currency of Australia?
- The capital of Australia is Canberra and the currency is the Australian dollar (AUD).
- What language is spoken in Australia?
- The official language of Australia is English.
- What is the area of Australia?
- Australia covers a total area of 7,692,024 km² (2,969,906 square miles).
- How large is Australia in square miles?
- Australia has a total area of approximately 2,969,906 square miles (7,692,024 km²).
- What is the population density of Australia?
- Australia has a population density of approximately 4 people per km².
- Is Australia an independent country?
- Yes, Australia is a fully independent and sovereign country.
- Does Australia have any land borders?
- No, Australia has no land borders.
- What is the GDP per capita of Australia?
- The GDP per capita of Australia is approximately $64,604.
- How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does Australia have?
- Australia has 14 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
- Is Australia safe to visit?
- Australia is considered very safe, with a safety index of 97 out of 100 based on crime and safety data.
- What is the average temperature in Canberra?
- The average annual temperature in Canberra, the capital of Australia, is approximately 22.5°C (73°F).
- What is the country calling code for Australia?
- The international calling code for Australia is +61. To call Australia from abroad, dial your country's exit code followed by +61 and the local number.
- What time zone is Australia in?
- Australia spans 8 time zones: UTC+05:00, UTC+06:30, UTC+07:00, UTC+08:00, UTC+09:30, UTC+10:00, UTC+10:30, UTC+11:30.
- What is the highest point in Australia?
- The highest point in Australia is Mawson Peak at 2,745 m (9,006 ft) above sea level.
- What is the GNI per capita of Australia?
- The Gross National Income (GNI) per capita of Australia is approximately $62,680 (World Bank data).
- How fast is the internet in Australia?
- The average internet speed in Australia is 122 Mbps, which is considered very fast by global standards.
- What are the speed limits in Australia?
- Speed limits in Australia: 50 km/h in urban areas, 100 km/h on rural roads. Local exceptions may apply.