Busumbala Population 2026
Busumbala has a population of 28,829, making it the #10 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)
28,829
Rank in Gambia
#10
Coordinates
13.34°N, 16.69°W
~27 m elevation · Africa/Banjul
Distance to capital (Banjul)
17 km
11 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 |
| Welingara | 27,856 | #12 |
| Brufut | 27,664 | #13 |
| Sanchaba | 25,091 | #14 |
| Gunjur | 22,741 | #15 |
Cities near Busumbala
- Sinchu Alagi19,672 people · ~4 km away
- Kunkujang19,998 people · ~6 km away
- Welingara27,856 people · ~7 km away
- Abuko18,978 people · ~8 km away
- Sukuta56,472 people · ~8 km away
- Latri Sabiji18,747 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Busumbala?
Busumbala has a population of 28,829 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Gambia.
What region is Busumbala in?
Busumbala is located in Western, Gambia.
Is Busumbala the capital of Gambia?
No, the capital of Gambia is Banjul, about 17 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.