Bonga Population 2026
Bonga has a population of 56,000, making it the #69 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region. It is about 69× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,000
Rank in Ethiopia
#69
Coordinates
7.29°N, 36.24°E
~1,673 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
337 km
209 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Tēpī | 66,700 | #50 |
| Mīzan Teferī | 62,000 | #57 |
| Komtikas | 29,400 | #144 |
| Wacha | 28,300 | #151 |
| Waka | 26,500 | #164 |
| Tarch’a Sodo | 24,300 | #187 |
Cities near Bonga
- Wacha28,300 people · ~49 km away
- Jimma250,900 people · ~78 km away
- Mīzan Teferī62,000 people · ~79 km away
- Komtikas29,400 people · ~84 km away
- Tēpī66,700 people · ~88 km away
- Tarch’a Sodo24,300 people · ~104 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bonga?
Bonga has a population of 56,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #69 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Bonga in?
Bonga is located in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region, Ethiopia.
Is Bonga the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 337 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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