Catumbela Population 2026
Catumbela has a population of 95,034, making it the #51 biggest city in 🇦🇴 Angola, located in Benguela. Roughly 0.2% of Angola's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Luanda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
95,034
Rank in Angola
#51
Coordinates
12.43°S, 13.55°E
~12 m elevation · Africa/Luanda
Distance to capital (Luanda)
401 km
249 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 |
| Balombo | 108,965 | #49 |
| Baía Farta | 107,841 | #50 |
| Cubal | 90,367 | #55 |
| Ganda | 65,000 | #67 |
Cities near Catumbela
- Lobito393,079 people · ~7 km away
- Benguela555,124 people · ~23 km away
- Navegantes240,075 people · ~25 km away
- Baía Farta107,841 people · ~43 km away
- Bocoio164,685 people · ~64 km away
- Cubal90,367 people · ~102 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Catumbela?
Catumbela has a population of 95,034 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #51 biggest city in Angola.
What region is Catumbela in?
Catumbela is located in Benguela, Angola.
Is Catumbela the capital of Angola?
No, the capital of Angola is Luanda, about 401 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.