Sodo Population 2026
Sodo has a population of 204,100, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in South Ethiopia Regional State. Roughly 0.1% of Ethiopia's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
204,100
Rank in Ethiopia
#14
Coordinates
6.86°N, 37.76°E
~2,045 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
264 km
164 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Ethiopia Regional State
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Arba Minch | 201,000 | #15 |
| Dīla | 158,800 | #17 |
| 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 Sodo
FAQ
What is the population of Sodo?
Sodo has a population of 204,100 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Sodo in?
Sodo is located in South Ethiopia Regional State, Ethiopia.
Is Sodo the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 264 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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