Kericho Population 2026
Kericho has a population of 53,804, making it the #54 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Kericho County. Roughly 0.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 82× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
53,804
Rank in Kenya
#54
Coordinates
0.37°S, 35.28°E
~2,002 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
199 km
124 miles, straight line
Cities near Kericho
FAQ
What is the population of Kericho?
Kericho has a population of 53,804 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #54 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Kericho in?
Kericho is located in Kericho County, Kenya.
Is Kericho the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 199 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.