Kajiado Population 2026
Kajiado has a population of 24,678, making it the #87 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Kajiado County. It is about 178× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,678
Rank in Kenya
#87
Coordinates
1.85°S, 36.78°E
~1,725 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
63 km
39 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kajiado County
| City | Population | Rank in Kenya |
|---|---|---|
| Ongata Rongai | 172,569 | #15 |
| Kitengela | 154,436 | #21 |
| Ngong | 102,323 | #28 |
| Kiserian | 76,903 | #37 |
Cities near Kajiado
- Kitengela154,436 people · ~47 km away
- Kiserian76,903 people · ~48 km away
- Athi River81,302 people · ~49 km away
- Ongata Rongai172,569 people · ~51 km away
- Mlolongo136,351 people · ~54 km away
- Ngong102,323 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kajiado?
Kajiado has a population of 24,678 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #87 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Kajiado in?
Kajiado is located in Kajiado County, Kenya.
Is Kajiado the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 63 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.