Sebeta Population 2026
Sebeta has a population of 102,300, making it the #28 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in Oromiya. Roughly 0.1% of Ethiopia's population lives here. It is about 38× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
102,300
Rank in Ethiopia
#28
Coordinates
8.92°N, 38.62°E
~2,311 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
19 km
12 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Oromiya
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Nazrēt | 456,900 | #5 |
| Jimma | 250,900 | #11 |
| Shashamane | 208,400 | #12 |
| Bishoftu | 207,400 | #13 |
| Nek’emtē | 156,000 | #19 |
| Āsela | 139,500 | #23 |
| Burayu | 101,400 | #29 |
| Hāgere Hiywet | 99,900 | #31 |
Cities near Sebeta
- Burayu101,400 people · ~14 km away
- Addis Ababa3,860,000 people · ~19 km away
- Bishoftu207,400 people · ~44 km away
- Nazrēt456,900 people · ~82 km away
- Hāgere Hiywet99,900 people · ~85 km away
- Butajīra89,800 people · ~93 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sebeta?
Sebeta has a population of 102,300 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #28 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Sebeta in?
Sebeta is located in Oromiya, Ethiopia.
Is Sebeta the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 19 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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