Kikuyu Population 2026
Kikuyu has a population of 323,881, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Kiambu County. Roughly 0.6% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
323,881
Rank in Kenya
#8
Coordinates
1.25°S, 36.66°E
~2,047 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
18 km
11 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kiambu County
Cities near Kikuyu
FAQ
What is the population of Kikuyu?
Kikuyu has a population of 323,881 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Kikuyu in?
Kikuyu is located in Kiambu County, Kenya.
Is Kikuyu the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 18 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.