Bangui Population 2026 capital

Bangui has a population of 812,407, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇨🇫 Central African Republic, located in Bangui. Roughly 14% of Central African Republic's population lives here. Bangui is the capital of Central African Republic.

Location of Bangui. Boundaries: Natural Earth.

Population (city proper)

812,407

Rank in Central African Republic

Coordinates

4.36°N, 18.55°E

~351 m elevation · Africa/Bangui

Cities near Bangui

Bégoua264,067 people · ~11 km away
Bimbo348,802 people · ~19 km away
Bobangui16,486 people · ~60 km away
Boali18,090 people · ~68 km away
Mbaïki21,867 people · ~83 km away
Bossembélé17,203 people · ~142 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Bangui?

Bangui has a population of 812,407 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Central African Republic.

What region is Bangui in?

Bangui is located in Bangui, Central African Republic.

Is Bangui the capital of Central African Republic?

Yes, Bangui is the capital of Central African Republic.

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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