Ngozi Population 2026

Ngozi has a population of 61,716, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇧🇮 Burundi, located in Ngozi. Roughly 0.4% of Burundi's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Bujumbura, the country's biggest city.

Location of Ngozi (capital Gitega shown for reference). Boundaries: Natural Earth.

Population (city proper)

61,716

Rank in Burundi

Coordinates

2.91°S, 29.83°E

~1,824 m elevation · Africa/Bujumbura

Distance to capital (Gitega)

59 km

37 miles, straight line

Cities near Ngozi

Kayanza33,682 people · ~22 km away
Karusi15,964 people · ~43 km away
Kirundo15,511 people · ~46 km away
Zanandore27,867 people · ~50 km away
Bubanza30,996 people · ~52 km away
Mpanda58,913 people · ~56 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Ngozi?

Ngozi has a population of 61,716 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Burundi.

What region is Ngozi in?

Ngozi is located in Ngozi, Burundi.

Is Ngozi the capital of Burundi?

No, the capital of Burundi is Gitega, about 59 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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