Makokou Population 2026
Makokou has a population of 24,823, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇬🇦 Gabon, located in Ogooué-Ivindo. Roughly 0.9% of Gabon's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than Libreville, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,823
Rank in Gabon
#15
Coordinates
0.57°N, 12.86°E
~489 m elevation · Africa/Libreville
Distance to capital (Libreville)
380 km
236 miles, straight line
Cities near Makokou
- Oyem72,939 people · ~183 km away
- Koulamoutou30,830 people · ~195 km away
- Bitam33,561 people · ~226 km away
- Moanda71,099 people · ~241 km away
- Oyam30,100 people · ~257 km away
- Franceville132,895 people · ~258 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Makokou?
Makokou has a population of 24,823 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Gabon.
What region is Makokou in?
Makokou is located in Ogooué-Ivindo, Gabon.
Is Makokou the capital of Gabon?
No, the capital of Gabon is Libreville, about 380 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.