Waka Population 2026
Waka has a population of 26,500, making it the #164 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region. It is about 146× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,500
Rank in Ethiopia
#164
Coordinates
7.07°N, 37.17°E
~2,312 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
279 km
173 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Tēpī | 66,700 | #50 |
| Mīzan Teferī | 62,000 | #57 |
| Bonga | 56,000 | #69 |
| Komtikas | 29,400 | #144 |
| Wacha | 28,300 | #151 |
| Tarch’a Sodo | 24,300 | #187 |
Cities near Waka
- Tarch’a Sodo24,300 people · ~9 km away
- Bale Hawassa31,765 people · ~43 km away
- Gununo84,510 people · ~56 km away
- Hadero48,000 people · ~57 km away
- Gasuba27,789 people · ~59 km away
- Āreka84,500 people · ~59 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Waka?
Waka has a population of 26,500 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #164 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Waka in?
Waka is located in South West Ethiopia Peoples' Region, Ethiopia.
Is Waka the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 279 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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