Abuko Population 2026
Abuko has a population of 18,978, making it the #23 biggest city in 🇬🇲 Gambia, located in Western. Roughly 0.7% of Gambia's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Serekunda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,978
Rank in Gambia
#23
Coordinates
13.40°N, 16.66°W
~15 m elevation · Africa/Banjul
Distance to capital (Banjul)
10 km
6 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western
| City | Population | Rank in Gambia |
|---|---|---|
| Brikama | 97,233 | #2 |
| Sukuta | 56,472 | #3 |
| Faji Kunda | 45,757 | #5 |
| Nema Kunku | 34,390 | #8 |
| Busumbala | 28,829 | #10 |
| Welingara | 27,856 | #12 |
| Brufut | 27,664 | #13 |
| Sanchaba | 25,091 | #14 |
Cities near Abuko
- Faji Kunda45,757 people · ~2 km away
- Welingara27,856 people · ~2 km away
- Kunkujang19,998 people · ~2 km away
- Latri Sabiji18,747 people · ~3 km away
- Talinding48,687 people · ~3 km away
- Sinchu Alagi19,672 people · ~4 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Abuko?
Abuko has a population of 18,978 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #23 biggest city in Gambia.
What region is Abuko in?
Abuko is located in Western, Gambia.
Is Abuko the capital of Gambia?
No, the capital of Gambia is Banjul, about 10 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.