Jimma Population 2026
Jimma has a population of 250,900, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in Oromiya. Roughly 0.2% of Ethiopia's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
250,900
Rank in Ethiopia
#11
Coordinates
7.67°N, 36.83°E
~1,719 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
259 km
161 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Oromiya
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Nazrēt | 456,900 | #5 |
| Shashamane | 208,400 | #12 |
| Bishoftu | 207,400 | #13 |
| Nek’emtē | 156,000 | #19 |
| Āsela | 139,500 | #23 |
| Sebeta | 102,300 | #28 |
| Burayu | 101,400 | #29 |
| Hāgere Hiywet | 99,900 | #31 |
Cities near Jimma
- Tarch’a Sodo24,300 people · ~69 km away
- Waka26,500 people · ~77 km away
- Bonga56,000 people · ~78 km away
- Hadero48,000 people · ~106 km away
- Hosa’ina188,200 people · ~113 km away
- Bale Hawassa31,765 people · ~114 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jimma?
Jimma has a population of 250,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Jimma in?
Jimma is located in Oromiya, Ethiopia.
Is Jimma the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 259 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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