Bolenge Population 2026
Bolenge has a population of 79,648, making it the #58 biggest city in 🇨🇩 DR Congo, located in Équateur. Roughly 0.1% of DR Congo's population lives here. It is about 201× smaller than Kinshasa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
79,648
Rank in DR Congo
#58
Coordinates
0.00°N, 18.22°E
~317 m elevation · Africa/Kinshasa
Distance to capital (Kinshasa)
579 km
360 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Équateur
Cities near Bolenge
FAQ
What is the population of Bolenge?
Bolenge has a population of 79,648 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #58 biggest city in DR Congo.
What region is Bolenge in?
Bolenge is located in Équateur, DR Congo.
Is Bolenge the capital of DR Congo?
No, the capital of DR Congo is Kinshasa, about 579 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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