Abéché Population 2026
Abéché has a population of 139,983, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇹🇩 Chad, located in Ouadaï. Roughly 0.6% of Chad's population lives here. It is about 9.7× smaller than N'Djamena, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
139,983
Rank in Chad
#3
Coordinates
13.83°N, 20.83°E
~545 m elevation · Africa/Ndjamena
Distance to capital (N'Djamena)
656 km
407 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ouadaï
| City | Population | Rank in Chad |
|---|---|---|
| Adré | 21,950 | #35 |
Cities near Abéché
FAQ
What is the population of Abéché?
Abéché has a population of 139,983 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Chad.
What region is Abéché in?
Abéché is located in Ouadaï, Chad.
Is Abéché the capital of Chad?
No, the capital of Chad is N'Djamena, about 656 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.