Cubal Population 2026
Cubal has a population of 90,367, making it the #55 biggest city in 🇦🇴 Angola, located in Benguela. Roughly 0.2% of Angola's population lives here. It is about 31× smaller than Luanda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
90,367
Rank in Angola
#55
Coordinates
13.04°S, 14.25°E
~912 m elevation · Africa/Luanda
Distance to capital (Luanda)
480 km
298 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 |
| Catumbela | 95,034 | #51 |
| Ganda | 65,000 | #67 |
Cities near Cubal
FAQ
What is the population of Cubal?
Cubal has a population of 90,367 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #55 biggest city in Angola.
What region is Cubal in?
Cubal is located in Benguela, Angola.
Is Cubal the capital of Angola?
No, the capital of Angola is Luanda, about 480 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.