Lami Population 2026
Lami has a population of 24,639, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇫🇯 Fiji, located in Central. Roughly 2.6% of Fiji's population lives here. It is about 3.7× smaller than Nasinu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,639
Rank in Fiji
#6
Coordinates
18.11°S, 178.41°E
~7 m elevation · Pacific/Fiji
Distance to capital (Suva)
3 km
2 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central
Cities near Lami
FAQ
What is the population of Lami?
Lami has a population of 24,639 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Fiji.
What region is Lami in?
Lami is located in Central, Fiji.
Is Lami the capital of Fiji?
No, the capital of Fiji is Suva, about 3 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.