Brufut Population 2026
Brufut has a population of 27,664, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇬🇲 Gambia, located in Western. Roughly 1.0% of Gambia's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Serekunda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,664
Rank in Gambia
#13
Coordinates
13.38°N, 16.75°W
~19 m elevation · Africa/Banjul
Distance to capital (Banjul)
20 km
12 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 |
| Sanchaba | 25,091 | #14 |
| Gunjur | 22,741 | #15 |
Cities near Brufut
- Sukuta56,472 people · ~6 km away
- Tanji17,441 people · ~6 km away
- Sanchaba25,091 people · ~6 km away
- Bakoti20,314 people · ~8 km away
- Sinchu Alagi19,672 people · ~8 km away
- Latri Sabiji18,747 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Brufut?
Brufut has a population of 27,664 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Gambia.
What region is Brufut in?
Brufut is located in Western, Gambia.
Is Brufut the capital of Gambia?
No, the capital of Gambia is Banjul, about 20 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.