Wendo Population 2026
Wendo has a population of 59,300, making it the #62 biggest city in 🇪🇹 Ethiopia, located in Sidama Region. It is about 65× smaller than Addis Ababa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
59,300
Rank in Ethiopia
#62
Coordinates
6.60°N, 38.42°E
~1,911 m elevation · Africa/Addis_Ababa
Distance to capital (Addis Ababa)
272 km
169 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sidama Region
| City | Population | Rank in Ethiopia |
|---|---|---|
| Awasa | 422,200 | #7 |
| Yirga ‘Alem | 81,600 | #40 |
| Ch’iko | 49,500 | #76 |
| Leku | 31,700 | #131 |
Cities near Wendo
- Ch’iko49,500 people · ~9 km away
- Yirga ‘Alem81,600 people · ~17 km away
- Dīla158,800 people · ~23 km away
- Leku31,700 people · ~31 km away
- Awasa422,200 people · ~52 km away
- Yirga Ch’efē40,600 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wendo?
Wendo has a population of 59,300 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #62 biggest city in Ethiopia.
What region is Wendo in?
Wendo is located in Sidama Region, Ethiopia.
Is Wendo the capital of Ethiopia?
No, the capital of Ethiopia is Addis Ababa, about 272 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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