Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
5.6M
Population
12,145 km2
Area
239 Mbps
Internet
6m
Elevation
UTC+10:00
Timezone
SYD (9km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Sydney is the capital city of the state of New South Wales, and is the most populous city in Australia. Located on Australia's east coast, the metropolis surrounds Sydney Harbour and extends about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from the Pacific Ocean in the east to the Blue Mountains in the west, and about 80 kilometres (50 mi) from Ku-ring-gai Chase Nat...
QUICK FACTS
Country
New South Wales
Region
Australia and New Zealand
Population
5.6M
Timezone
UTC+10:00
Elevation
6 m
Airport
SYD
GPS
-33.87, 151.21
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
2,257 restaurants mapped in Sydney
Tech
239 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
25% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
Travel
SYD airport just 9 km from the city center
INFRASTRUCTURE
34,829 total POIs 2.9 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
2,257
Cafes
1,935
Bars
661
Fast Food
847
Shopping
Supermarkets
395
Convenience
443
Shopping Malls
161
Healthcare
Hospitals
71
Clinics
429
Pharmacies
274
Education
Schools
654
Universities
59
Libraries
95
Recreation
Parks
3,807
Playgrounds
1,097
Sports
5,808
Cinemas
27
Museums
46
Theatres
69
Transport
Bus Stops
7,022
Train Stations
124
Fuel Stations
264
Services
Banks
213
ATMs
150
Post Offices
163
Police
40
Fire Stations
45
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
239 Mbps
Download
44 Mbps
Upload
10ms
Latency
201,608
Tests
51,458
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: May - Sep
13°
J
13°
F
15°
M
18°
A
20°
M
22°
J
23°
J
22°
A
20°
S
18°
O
15°
N
13°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 17.7 C Range: 22.8 - 12.6 C Rain: 1,068 mm/year Sunshine: 3,292 h/year
CITY SCORES
83.5
Nomad Index
A
Livability
37.5
Culture
61.3
Overall
COST OF LIVING
BIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
75.1
Overall
25% cheaper than NYC
53.8
Rent
46% cheaper than NYC
79.2
Groceries
21% cheaper than NYC
69.6
Restaurants
30% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
SYD
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport
9 km from center
Very close — ~14 min ride
FUN FACTS
Sydney is the capital city of the state of New South Wales, and is the most populous city in Australia.
The estimated population in June 2024 was 5,557,233, which is about 66% of the state's population.
The city's nicknames include the Emerald City and the Harbour City.
The traditional custodians of the land on which modern Sydney stands are the clans of the Darug, Dharawal and Eora.
During his first Pacific voyage in 1770, James Cook charted the eastern coast of Australia, making landfall at Botany Bay.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Sydney known for?
Sydney is a city in New South Wales. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Sydney?
Sydney has an average download speed of 239 Mbps and upload speed of 44 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Sydney?
Sydney has an average year-round temperature of approximately 17.7 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Sydney?
Sydney is served by SYD (Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport), approximately 9 km from the city center.
What is the population of Sydney?
The population of Sydney is approximately 5.6M.
What infrastructure does Sydney have?
Sydney has 34,829 mapped points of interest, including 2,257 restaurants, 71 hospitals, 654 schools.
What country is Sydney in?
Sydney is located in New South Wales.
