Port-Gentil Population 2026
Port-Gentil has a population of 164,018, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇬🇦 Gabon, located in Ogooué-Maritime. Roughly 6.2% of Gabon's population lives here. It is about 5.2× smaller than Libreville, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
164,018
Rank in Gabon
#2
Coordinates
0.72°S, 8.78°E
~4 m elevation · Africa/Libreville
Distance to capital (Libreville)
144 km
89 miles, straight line
Cities near Port-Gentil
FAQ
What is the population of Port-Gentil?
Port-Gentil has a population of 164,018 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Gabon.
What region is Port-Gentil in?
Port-Gentil is located in Ogooué-Maritime, Gabon.
Is Port-Gentil the capital of Gabon?
No, the capital of Gabon is Libreville, about 144 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.