Geography of Australia
Climate, terrain, natural resources, and geographic features
Total Area
7,741,220
km² (rank #6)
Coastline
25,760
km
Highest Point
Mount Kosciuszko (2,228 m)
Lowest Point
Lake Eyre (-15 m)
Area Comparison
Australia
7,741,220 km²
United States (reference)
9,833,520 km²
Australia is 78.7% the size of the United States.
Climate
Generally arid to semiarid; temperate in south and east; tropical in north
Terrain
Mostly low plateau with deserts; fertile plain in southeast
Natural Resources
Alumina
Coal
Iron Ore
Copper
Tin
Gold
Silver
Uranium
Nickel
Tungsten
Rare Earths
Diamonds
Natural Gas
Petroleum
Land Use
16.2%
77.6%
Arable: 6.2%
Forest: 16.2%
Other: 77.6%
Bordering Countries
Island Nation
Australia is an island nation with no land borders.
Australia on the Map
Region
Oceania
Australia and New Zealand
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is Australia?
Australia covers an area of 7,741,220 km², ranking #6 in the world by size.
What is the climate of Australia?
Generally arid to semiarid; temperate in south and east; tropical in north
What is the highest point in Australia?
The highest point in Australia is Mount Kosciuszko (2,228 m).
What natural resources does Australia have?
Australia's natural resources include Alumina, Coal, Iron Ore, Copper, Tin, Gold, Silver, Uranium, Nickel, Tungsten, Rare Earths, Diamonds, Natural Gas, Petroleum.
Which countries border Australia?
Australia is an island nation with no land borders.