Awasa Population 2026
Awasa has a population of 422,200, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in Sidama Region. Roughly 0.3% of Ethiopia's population lives here. It is about 9.1× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
422,200
Rank in Ethiopia
#7
Coordinates
7.06°N, 38.48°E
~1,697 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
220 km
137 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sidama Region
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Yirga ‘Alem | 81,600 | #40 |
| Wendo | 59,300 | #62 |
| Ch’iko | 49,500 | #76 |
| Leku | 31,700 | #131 |
Cities near Awasa
- Shashamane208,400 people · ~21 km away
- Leku31,700 people · ~21 km away
- Yirga ‘Alem81,600 people · ~35 km away
- Arsi Negele98,100 people · ~39 km away
- K’olīto72,200 people · ~52 km away
- Wendo59,300 people · ~52 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Awasa?
Awasa has a population of 422,200 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Awasa in?
Awasa is located in Sidama Region, Ethiopia.
Is Awasa the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 220 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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