Kirundo Population 2026
Kirundo has a population of 15,511, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇧🇮 Burundi, located in Kirundo. Roughly 0.1% of Burundi's population lives here. It is about 50× smaller than Bujumbura, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,511
Rank in Burundi
#14
Coordinates
2.58°S, 30.10°E
~1,403 m elevation · Africa/Bujumbura
Distance to capital (Gitega)
96 km
60 miles, straight line
Cities near Kirundo
FAQ
What is the population of Kirundo?
Kirundo has a population of 15,511 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Burundi.
What region is Kirundo in?
Kirundo is located in Kirundo, Burundi.
Is Kirundo the capital of Burundi?
No, the capital of Burundi is Gitega, about 96 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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