Arba Minch Population 2026
Arba Minch has a population of 201,000, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in South Ethiopia Regional State. Roughly 0.1% of Ethiopia's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
201,000
Rank in Ethiopia
#15
Coordinates
6.03°N, 37.55°E
~1,269 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
358 km
222 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Ethiopia Regional State
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Sodo | 204,100 | #14 |
| Dīla | 158,800 | #17 |
| Gununo | 84,510 | #38 |
| Āreka | 84,500 | #39 |
| Bodītī | 64,900 | #53 |
| Felege Neway | 61,000 | #60 |
| Jinka | 54,400 | #70 |
| Yirga Ch’efē | 40,600 | #96 |
Cities near Arba Minch
- Gīdolē35,500 people · ~47 km away
- Yirga Ch’efē40,600 people · ~73 km away
- Gasuba27,789 people · ~76 km away
- Felege Neway61,000 people · ~79 km away
- Sodo204,100 people · ~95 km away
- Dīla158,800 people · ~95 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Arba Minch?
Arba Minch has a population of 201,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Arba Minch in?
Arba Minch is located in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia.
Is Arba Minch the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 358 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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