Mindelo Population 2026
Mindelo has a population of 69,013, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇨🇻 Cape Verde, located in São Vicente. Roughly 13% of Cape Verde's population lives here. It is about 2.0× smaller than Praia, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
69,013
Rank in Cape Verde
#2
Coordinates
16.89°N, 24.98°W
~44 m elevation · Atlantic/Cape_Verde
Distance to capital (Praia)
268 km
166 miles, straight line
Cities near Mindelo
FAQ
What is the population of Mindelo?
Mindelo has a population of 69,013 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Cape Verde.
What region is Mindelo in?
Mindelo is located in São Vicente, Cape Verde.
Is Mindelo the capital of Cape Verde?
No, the capital of Cape Verde is Praia, about 268 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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