Ch’iko Population 2026
Ch’iko has a population of 49,500, making it the #76 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in Sidama Region. It is about 78× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,500
Rank in Ethiopia
#76
Coordinates
6.58°N, 38.33°E
~1,871 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
275 km
171 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sidama Region
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Awasa | 422,200 | #7 |
| Yirga ‘Alem | 81,600 | #40 |
| Wendo | 59,300 | #62 |
| Leku | 31,700 | #131 |
Cities near Ch’iko
- Wendo59,300 people · ~9 km away
- Dīla158,800 people · ~19 km away
- Yirga ‘Alem81,600 people · ~21 km away
- Leku31,700 people · ~34 km away
- Yirga Ch’efē40,600 people · ~49 km away
- Badessa35,294 people · ~55 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ch’iko?
Ch’iko has a population of 49,500 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #76 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Ch’iko in?
Ch’iko is located in Sidama Region, Ethiopia.
Is Ch’iko the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 275 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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