Gununo Population 2026
Gununo has a population of 84,510, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in South Ethiopia Regional State. Roughly 0.1% of Ethiopia's population lives here. It is about 46× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
84,510
Rank in Ethiopia
#38
Coordinates
6.92°N, 37.65°E
~1,932 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
263 km
163 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 |
| Dīla | 158,800 | #17 |
| 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 Gununo
FAQ
What is the population of Gununo?
Gununo has a population of 84,510 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Gununo in?
Gununo is located in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia.
Is Gununo the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 263 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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