Debre Birhan Population 2026
Debre Birhan has a population of 146,900, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in Amhara. Roughly 0.1% of Ethiopia's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
146,900
Rank in Ethiopia
#21
Coordinates
9.68°N, 39.53°E
~2,830 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
113 km
70 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Amhara
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Gonder | 466,000 | #3 |
| Bahir Dar | 350,000 | #8 |
| Dessie | 270,400 | #10 |
| Debre Mark’os | 140,700 | #22 |
| Kombolcha | 132,100 | #24 |
| Debre Tabor | 125,300 | #25 |
| Weldiya | 104,000 | #27 |
| Mot’a | 59,000 | #63 |
Cities near Debre Birhan
FAQ
What is the population of Debre Birhan?
Debre Birhan has a population of 146,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Debre Birhan in?
Debre Birhan is located in Amhara, Ethiopia.
Is Debre Birhan the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 113 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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