Awendo Population 2026
Awendo has a population of 16,815, making it the #113 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Homa Bay County. It is about 261× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,815
Rank in Kenya
#113
Coordinates
0.50°S, 34.40°E
~1,244 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
282 km
175 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Homa Bay County
Cities near Awendo
FAQ
What is the population of Awendo?
Awendo has a population of 16,815 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #113 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Awendo in?
Awendo is located in Homa Bay County, Kenya.
Is Awendo the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 282 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.