Dīla Population 2026
Dīla has a population of 158,800, making it the #17 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in South Ethiopia Regional State. Roughly 0.1% of Ethiopia's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
158,800
Rank in Ethiopia
#17
Coordinates
6.42°N, 38.32°E
~1,594 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
294 km
183 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Ethiopia Regional State
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Sodo | 204,100 | #14 |
| Arba Minch | 201,000 | #15 |
| Gununo | 84,510 | #38 |
| Āreka | 84,500 | #39 |
| Bodītī | 64,900 | #53 |
| Felege Neway | 61,000 | #60 |
| Jinka | 54,400 | #70 |
| Yirga Ch’efē | 40,600 | #96 |
Cities near Dīla
- Ch’iko49,500 people · ~19 km away
- Wendo59,300 people · ~23 km away
- Yirga Ch’efē40,600 people · ~31 km away
- Yirga ‘Alem81,600 people · ~39 km away
- Leku31,700 people · ~53 km away
- Badessa35,294 people · ~66 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dīla?
Dīla has a population of 158,800 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #17 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Dīla in?
Dīla is located in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia.
Is Dīla the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 294 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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