Sakassou Population 2026
Sakassou has a population of 17,093, making it the #149 biggest city in 🇨🇮 Ivory Coast, located in Vallée du Bandama District. Roughly 0.1% of Ivory Coast's population lives here. It is about 370× smaller than Abidjan, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,093
Rank in Ivory Coast
#149
Coordinates
7.45°N, 5.29°W
~231 m elevation · Africa/Abidjan
Distance to capital (Yamoussoukro)
71 km
44 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Vallée du Bandama District
Cities near Sakassou
FAQ
What is the population of Sakassou?
Sakassou has a population of 17,093 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #149 biggest city in Ivory Coast.
What region is Sakassou in?
Sakassou is located in Vallée du Bandama District, Ivory Coast.
Is Sakassou the capital of Ivory Coast?
No, the capital of Ivory Coast is Yamoussoukro, about 71 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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