In 2006, Muslims made up about 1.7% of Australia’s population, based on the Census figure of 340,389 Muslims.

Context

That was an increase from 1.5% in the 2001 Census, so 2006 marked a modest rise in the share of Australians identifying as Muslim.

Quick math

  • Muslims counted in 2006: 340,389.
  • Share of total population: 1.7%.

The 2006 figure is the standard reference point for that year.