Bongouanou Population 2026
Bongouanou has a population of 36,379, making it the #56 biggest city in 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast, located in Comoé District. Roughly 0.1% of Ivory Coast's population lives here. It is about 174× smaller than Abidjan, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,379
Rank in Ivory Coast
#56
Coordinates
6.65°N, 4.20°W
~213 m elevation · Africa/Abidjan
Distance to capital (Yamoussoukro)
120 km
75 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Comoé District
| City | Population | Rank in Ivory Coast |
|---|---|---|
| Abengourou | 130,810 | #18 |
| Grand-Bassam | 96,797 | #24 |
| Agnibilékrou | 63,015 | #36 |
| Aboisso | 59,225 | #38 |
| Bonoua | 49,434 | #44 |
| Arrah | 37,432 | #53 |
| Adiaké | 24,701 | #90 |
| M’Batto | 23,722 | #94 |
Cities near Bongouanou
FAQ
What is the population of Bongouanou?
Bongouanou has a population of 36,379 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #56 biggest city in Ivory Coast.
What region is Bongouanou in?
Bongouanou is located in Comoé District, Ivory Coast.
Is Bongouanou the capital of Ivory Coast?
No, the capital of Ivory Coast is Yamoussoukro, about 120 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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