Soma Population 2026
Soma has a population of 15,210, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇬🇲 Gambia, located in Lower River. Roughly 0.5% of Gambia's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Serekunda, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,210
Rank in Gambia
#27
Coordinates
13.43°N, 15.53°W
~21 m elevation · Africa/Banjul
Distance to capital (Banjul)
113 km
70 miles, straight line
Cities near Soma
FAQ
What is the population of Soma?
Soma has a population of 15,210 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in Gambia.
What region is Soma in?
Soma is located in Lower River, Gambia.
Is Soma the capital of Gambia?
No, the capital of Gambia is Banjul, about 113 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.