Banfora Population 2026
Banfora has a population of 117,452, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso, located in Cascades Region. Roughly 0.5% of Burkina Faso's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Ouagadougou, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
117,452
Rank in Burkina Faso
#7
Coordinates
10.64°N, 4.75°W
~304 m elevation · Africa/Ouagadougou
Distance to capital (Ouagadougou)
400 km
248 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Cascades Region
| City | Population | Rank in Burkina Faso |
|---|---|---|
| Niangoloko | 33,292 | #30 |
Cities near Banfora
- Orodara33,422 people · ~42 km away
- Niangoloko33,292 people · ~44 km away
- Karankasso15,474 people · ~66 km away
- Bobo-Dioulasso904,920 people · ~78 km away
- Bama31,215 people · ~160 km away
- Houndé87,151 people · ~165 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Banfora?
Banfora has a population of 117,452 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Burkina Faso.
What region is Banfora in?
Banfora is located in Cascades Region, Burkina Faso.
Is Banfora the capital of Burkina Faso?
No, the capital of Burkina Faso is Ouagadougou, about 400 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.
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