Pointe-Noire Population 2026
Pointe-Noire has a population of 1,032,000, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇨🇬 Congo, located in Pointe-Noire. Roughly 16% of Congo's population lives here. It is about 1.9× smaller than Brazzaville, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,032,000
Rank in Congo
#2
Coordinates
4.78°S, 11.86°E
~12 m elevation · Africa/Brazzaville
Distance to capital (Brazzaville)
383 km
238 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Pointe-Noire
| City | Population | Rank in Congo |
|---|---|---|
| Loandjili | 23,204 | #13 |
Cities near Pointe-Noire
FAQ
What is the population of Pointe-Noire?
Pointe-Noire has a population of 1,032,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Congo.
What region is Pointe-Noire in?
Pointe-Noire is located in Pointe-Noire, Congo.
Is Pointe-Noire the capital of Congo?
No, the capital of Congo is Brazzaville, about 383 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.