Balombo Population 2026
Balombo has a population of 108,965, making it the #49 biggest city in 🇦🇴 Angola, located in Benguela. Roughly 0.3% of Angola's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Luanda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
108,965
Rank in Angola
#49
Coordinates
12.35°S, 14.77°E
~1,203 m elevation · Africa/Luanda
Distance to capital (Luanda)
426 km
265 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Benguela
| City | Population | Rank in Angola |
|---|---|---|
| Benguela | 555,124 | #12 |
| Lobito | 393,079 | #19 |
| Navegantes | 240,075 | #30 |
| Bocoio | 164,685 | #39 |
| Baía Farta | 107,841 | #50 |
| Catumbela | 95,034 | #51 |
| Cubal | 90,367 | #55 |
| Ganda | 65,000 | #67 |
Cities near Balombo
FAQ
What is the population of Balombo?
Balombo has a population of 108,965 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #49 biggest city in Angola.
What region is Balombo in?
Balombo is located in Benguela, Angola.
Is Balombo the capital of Angola?
No, the capital of Angola is Luanda, about 426 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.