Kabinda Population 2026
Kabinda has a population of 219,396, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇨🇩 DR Congo, located in Lomami. Roughly 0.2% of DR Congo's population lives here. It is about 73× smaller than Kinshasa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
219,396
Rank in DR Congo
#22
Coordinates
6.14°S, 24.48°E
~884 m elevation · Africa/Lubumbashi
Distance to capital (Kinshasa)
1,035 km
643 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lomami
| City | Population | Rank in DR Congo |
|---|---|---|
| Gandajika | 208,051 | #23 |
| Mwene-Ditu | 189,177 | #27 |
| Luputa | 54,676 | #77 |
| Lubao | 37,818 | #103 |
Cities near Kabinda
- Gandajika208,051 people · ~89 km away
- Mbuji-Mayi2,101,332 people · ~99 km away
- Miabi79,929 people · ~121 km away
- Kabeya-Kamwanga44,093 people · ~137 km away
- Luputa54,676 people · ~143 km away
- Mwene-Ditu189,177 people · ~149 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kabinda?
Kabinda has a population of 219,396 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in DR Congo.
What region is Kabinda in?
Kabinda is located in Lomami, DR Congo.
Is Kabinda the capital of DR Congo?
No, the capital of DR Congo is Kinshasa, about 1,035 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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