Abidjan Population 2026
Abidjan has a population of 6,321,017, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast, located in Abidjan Autonomous District. Roughly 19% of Ivory Coast's population lives here.
Population (city proper)
6,321,017
Rank in Ivory Coast
#1
Coordinates
5.35°N, 4.00°W
~50 m elevation · Africa/Abidjan
Distance to capital (Yamoussoukro)
216 km
134 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Abidjan Autonomous District
| City | Population | Rank in Ivory Coast |
|---|---|---|
| Abobo | 1,340,083 | #2 |
| Koumassi | 412,282 | #6 |
| Marcory | 214,061 | #12 |
| Anyama | 133,905 | #16 |
| Bingerville | 82,983 | #26 |
Cities near Abidjan
- Marcory214,061 people · ~5 km away
- Abobo1,340,083 people · ~7 km away
- Koumassi412,282 people · ~7 km away
- Bingerville82,983 people · ~13 km away
- Anyama133,905 people · ~17 km away
- Grand-Bassam96,797 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Abidjan?
Abidjan has a population of 6,321,017 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Ivory Coast.
What region is Abidjan in?
Abidjan is located in Abidjan Autonomous District, Ivory Coast.
Is Abidjan the capital of Ivory Coast?
No, the capital of Ivory Coast is Yamoussoukro, about 216 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.
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