Cuímba Population 2026
Cuímba has a population of 41,878, making it the #82 biggest city in 🇦🇴 Angola, located in Zaire. Roughly 0.1% of Angola's population lives here. It is about 66× smaller than Luanda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,878
Rank in Angola
#82
Coordinates
6.12°S, 14.62°E
~536 m elevation · Africa/Luanda
Distance to capital (Luanda)
338 km
210 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zaire
| City | Population | Rank in Angola |
|---|---|---|
| Soyo | 221,555 | #32 |
| Mbanza Kongo | 148,000 | #42 |
| N'zeto | 28,840 | #97 |
| Tombôco | 20,358 | #116 |
Cities near Cuímba
- Mbanza Kongo148,000 people · ~45 km away
- Maquela do Zombo42,000 people · ~55 km away
- Songo31,382 people · ~139 km away
- Tombôco20,358 people · ~162 km away
- Uíge322,531 people · ~172 km away
- Negage92,950 people · ~196 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cuímba?
Cuímba has a population of 41,878 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #82 biggest city in Angola.
What region is Cuímba in?
Cuímba is located in Zaire, Angola.
Is Cuímba the capital of Angola?
No, the capital of Angola is Luanda, about 338 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.