Āsela Population 2026
Āsela has a population of 139,500, making it the #23 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in Oromiya. Roughly 0.1% of Ethiopia's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
139,500
Rank in Ethiopia
#23
Coordinates
7.95°N, 39.13°E
~2,442 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
127 km
79 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Oromiya
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Nazrēt | 456,900 | #5 |
| Jimma | 250,900 | #11 |
| Shashamane | 208,400 | #12 |
| Bishoftu | 207,400 | #13 |
| Nek’emtē | 156,000 | #19 |
| Sebeta | 102,300 | #28 |
| Burayu | 101,400 | #29 |
| Hāgere Hiywet | 99,900 | #31 |
Cities near Āsela
FAQ
What is the population of Āsela?
Āsela has a population of 139,500 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #23 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Āsela in?
Āsela is located in Oromiya, Ethiopia.
Is Āsela the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 127 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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