Grand-Bassam Population 2026
Grand-Bassam has a population of 96,797, making it the #24 biggest city in 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast, located in Comoé District. Roughly 0.3% of Ivory Coast's population lives here. It is about 65× smaller than Abidjan, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
96,797
Rank in Ivory Coast
#24
Coordinates
5.21°N, 3.74°W
~7 m elevation · Africa/Abidjan
Distance to capital (Yamoussoukro)
247 km
153 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Comoé District
| City | Population | Rank in Ivory Coast |
|---|---|---|
| Abengourou | 130,810 | #18 |
| Agnibilékrou | 63,015 | #36 |
| Aboisso | 59,225 | #38 |
| Bonoua | 49,434 | #44 |
| Arrah | 37,432 | #53 |
| Bongouanou | 36,379 | #56 |
| Adiaké | 24,701 | #90 |
| M’Batto | 23,722 | #94 |
Cities near Grand-Bassam
FAQ
What is the population of Grand-Bassam?
Grand-Bassam has a population of 96,797 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #24 biggest city in Ivory Coast.
What region is Grand-Bassam in?
Grand-Bassam is located in Comoé District, Ivory Coast.
Is Grand-Bassam the capital of Ivory Coast?
No, the capital of Ivory Coast is Yamoussoukro, about 247 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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