Dikhil Population 2026
Dikhil has a population of 32,801, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇩🇯 Djibouti, located in Dikhil. Roughly 2.7% of Djibouti's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Djibouti, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,801
Rank in Djibouti
#3
Coordinates
11.10°N, 42.37°E
~479 m elevation · Africa/Djibouti
Distance to capital (Djibouti)
100 km
62 miles, straight line
Cities near Dikhil
FAQ
What is the population of Dikhil?
Dikhil has a population of 32,801 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Djibouti.
What region is Dikhil in?
Dikhil is located in Dikhil, Djibouti.
Is Dikhil the capital of Djibouti?
No, the capital of Djibouti is Djibouti, about 100 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.
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