Banjul Population 2026 capital
Banjul has a population of 37,274, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇬🇲 Gambia, located in Banjul. Roughly 1.3% of Gambia's population lives here. It is about 9.1× smaller than Serekunda, the country's biggest city. Banjul is the capital of Gambia.
Population (city proper)
37,274
Rank in Gambia
#7
Coordinates
13.45°N, 16.58°W
~5 m elevation · Africa/Banjul
Other big cities in Banjul
| City | Population | Rank in Gambia |
|---|---|---|
| Serekunda | 340,000 | #1 |
| Talinding | 48,687 | #4 |
| Bakau | 43,098 | #6 |
| Manjai Kunda | 22,327 | #16 |
| Dippa Kunda | 21,190 | #17 |
| New Jeshwang | 20,878 | #18 |
| Kotu | 19,634 | #22 |
| Kanifing | 17,159 | #26 |
Cities near Banjul
- New Jeshwang20,878 people · ~9 km away
- Abuko18,978 people · ~10 km away
- Faji Kunda45,757 people · ~10 km away
- Kanifing17,159 people · ~10 km away
- Talinding48,687 people · ~11 km away
- Serekunda340,000 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Banjul?
Banjul has a population of 37,274 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Gambia.
What region is Banjul in?
Banjul is located in Banjul, Gambia.
Is Banjul the capital of Gambia?
Yes, Banjul is the capital of Gambia.
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.