Matala Population 2026
Matala has a population of 78,000, making it the #60 biggest city in 🇦🇴 Angola, located in Huíla. Roughly 0.2% of Angola's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Luanda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
78,000
Rank in Angola
#60
Coordinates
14.73°S, 15.03°E
~1,238 m elevation · Africa/Luanda
Distance to capital (Luanda)
684 km
425 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Huíla
| City | Population | Rank in Angola |
|---|---|---|
| Lubango | 600,751 | #10 |
| Caluquembe | 31,000 | #94 |
| Quipungo | 23,014 | #107 |
Cities near Matala
FAQ
What is the population of Matala?
Matala has a population of 78,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #60 biggest city in Angola.
What region is Matala in?
Matala is located in Huíla, Angola.
Is Matala the capital of Angola?
No, the capital of Angola is Luanda, about 684 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.