Nalerigu Population 2026
Nalerigu has a population of 17,440, making it the #94 biggest city in 🇬🇭 Ghana, located in North East. It is about 146× smaller than Kumasi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,440
Rank in Ghana
#94
Coordinates
10.53°N, 0.37°W
~353 m elevation · Africa/Accra
Distance to capital (Accra)
553 km
343 miles, straight line
Cities near Nalerigu
FAQ
What is the population of Nalerigu?
Nalerigu has a population of 17,440 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #94 biggest city in Ghana.
What region is Nalerigu in?
Nalerigu is located in North East, Ghana.
Is Nalerigu the capital of Ghana?
No, the capital of Ghana is Accra, about 553 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.