Country Facts:
South Africa vs. Australia

Country area

The surface area of South Africa is 471 445 mi², while the surface area of Australia is 2 969 907 mi². This means that the area of Australia is 530% larger.

Largest city

The largest city in South Africa is Johannesburg, with a population of about 4 434 830 people. In contrast, the largest city in Australia is Sydney, where the population is 4 840 600.

Highest recorded temperature

In South Africa, the highest temperature ever measured was 122°F and was recorded in Dunbrody, Eastern Cape, while in Australia the highest temperature was 123.3°F and was recorded in Oodnadatta, South Australia.

Population

The population of South Africa is about 59 308 690, while Australia is home to 25 499 884 people.

Average age

The average age is 28 years in South Africa and 37.5 years in Australia.

Literacy

Literacy is 95.0% in South Africa and 96.0% in Australia.

Religion

In South Africa, the main religion is Christianity; in Australia, the main religion is Christianity.

Foreign tourists in 2015

GDP per capita

South Africa: 13 356 Int$. Australia: 52 397 Int$.

Electricity

Electricity in South Africa: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: C, D, M, N). Electricity in Australia: frequency and voltage are 230V 50 Hz (plug type: I).

Best months to visit

The best months in terms of weather are: South Africa - January, February, December; Australia - January, February, December.

Visa requirements

UNESCO World Heritage Sites