N'Djamena Population 2026 capital

N'Djamena has a population of 1,359,526, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇹🇩 Chad, located in N’Djaména. Roughly 6.3% of Chad's population lives here. N'Djamena is the capital of Chad.

Location of N'Djamena. Boundaries: Natural Earth.

Population (city proper)

1,359,526

Rank in Chad

Coordinates

12.11°N, 15.04°E

~299 m elevation · Africa/Ndjamena

Cities near N'Djamena

Mandelia19,373 people · ~47 km away
Massaguet28,401 people · ~59 km away
Dourbali18,604 people · ~96 km away
Massakory39,944 people · ~124 km away
Guelendeng23,320 people · ~143 km away
Bol51,389 people · ~155 km away

FAQ

What is the population of N'Djamena?

N'Djamena has a population of 1,359,526 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Chad.

What region is N'Djamena in?

N'Djamena is located in N’Djaména, Chad.

Is N'Djamena the capital of Chad?

Yes, N'Djamena is the capital of Chad.

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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