Bétou Population 2026
Bétou has a population of 16,221, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇨🇬 Congo, located in Likouala. Roughly 0.2% of Congo's population lives here. It is about 122× smaller than Brazzaville, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,221
Rank in Congo
#21
Coordinates
3.06°N, 18.52°E
~340 m elevation · Africa/Brazzaville
Distance to capital (Brazzaville)
890 km
553 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Likouala
Cities near Bétou
FAQ
What is the population of Bétou?
Bétou has a population of 16,221 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Congo.
What region is Bétou in?
Bétou is located in Likouala, Congo.
Is Bétou the capital of Congo?
No, the capital of Congo is Brazzaville, about 890 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.