Updated Jan 27, 2026
KEY STATS
2.8M
Population
15,826 km2
Area
261 Mbps
Internet
UTC+10:00
Timezone
BNE (13km)
Airport
OVERVIEW
Brisbane is the capital and largest city of the state of Queensland and the third-most populous city in Australia, with a population of approximately 2.8 million. Brisbane lies at the centre of South East Queensland urban region with an estimated population of 4.1 million in 2024. The central business district is situated within a peninsula of t...
QUICK FACTS
Country
Queensland
Region
Australia and New Zealand
Population
2.8M
Timezone
UTC+10:00
Airport
BNE
GPS
-27.47, 153.03
DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Food
910 restaurants mapped in Brisbane
Tech
261 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
Economy
35% cheaper than New York City based on overall cost of living index
History
Founded in 1824, with 202 years of history
Connections
Brisbane has 14 sister cities worldwide
INFRASTRUCTURE
24,224 total POIs 1.5 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
910
Cafes
845
Bars
281
Fast Food
607
Shopping
Supermarkets
239
Convenience
259
Shopping Malls
128
Healthcare
Hospitals
25
Clinics
428
Pharmacies
137
Education
Schools
487
Universities
34
Libraries
61
Recreation
Parks
2,632
Playgrounds
968
Sports
3,697
Cinemas
24
Museums
26
Theatres
29
Transport
Bus Stops
5,693
Train Stations
74
Fuel Stations
208
Services
Banks
90
ATMs
77
Post Offices
76
Police
43
Fire Stations
20
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
261 Mbps
Download
47 Mbps
Upload
10ms
Latency
118,535
Tests
29,722
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
CLIMATE
Best time to visit: Mar - Nov
16°
J
16°
F
18°
M
20°
A
23°
M
24°
J
25°
J
24°
A
23°
S
20°
O
18°
N
16°
D
18-28 C ideal
Warm/Cool
Extreme
Year avg: 20.2 C Range: 24.7 - 15.7 C Rain: 1,581 mm/year Sunshine: 3,489 h/year
CITY SCORES
85.3
Nomad Index
A
Livability
50.5
Culture
68.0
Overall
COST OF LIVING
BIndex relative to New York City (NYC = 100)
64.8
Overall
35% cheaper than NYC
38.5
Rent
62% cheaper than NYC
76.6
Groceries
23% cheaper than NYC
66.5
Restaurants
34% cheaper than NYC
AIRPORT
BNE
Brisbane International Airport
13 km from center
~23 min ride
FUN FACTS
Brisbane ( BRIZ-bən; Turrbal/Yagara: Meanjin, Meaanjin, Maganjin or Magandjin) is the capital and largest city of the state of Queensland and the third-most populous city in Australia, with a population of approximately 2.8 million.
Brisbane lies at the centre of South East Queensland urban region with an estimated population of 4.1 million in 2024.
The central business district is situated within a peninsula of the Brisbane River about 15 km (9 mi) from its mouth at Moreton Bay.
Greater Brisbane sprawls over the hilly floodplain of the Brisbane River Valley between Pacific Ocean and the Taylor and D'Aguilar mountain ranges, encompassing several local government areas, most centrally the City of Brisbane, the most populous local government area in Australia.
The Moreton Bay penal settlement was founded in 1824 at Redcliffe as a place for secondary offenders from the Sydney colony, but in May 1825 moved to North Quay on the banks of the Brisbane River, so named for the Governor of New South Wales Sir Thomas Brisbane.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Brisbane known for?
Brisbane is a city in Queensland. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Brisbane?
Brisbane has an average download speed of 261 Mbps and upload speed of 47 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the weather like in Brisbane?
Brisbane has an average year-round temperature of approximately 20.2 degrees Celsius.
What airport serves Brisbane?
Brisbane is served by BNE (Brisbane International Airport), approximately 13 km from the city center.
What is the population of Brisbane?
The population of Brisbane is approximately 2.8M.
What infrastructure does Brisbane have?
Brisbane has 24,224 mapped points of interest, including 910 restaurants, 25 hospitals, 487 schools.
What country is Brisbane in?
Brisbane is located in Queensland.
