Kinoi Population 2026
Kinoi has a population of 44,086, making it the #63 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Machakos County. Roughly 0.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 100× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,086
Rank in Kenya
#63
Coordinates
1.66°S, 37.37°E
~1,751 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
75 km
47 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Machakos County
| City | Population | Rank in Kenya |
|---|---|---|
| Mwala | 181,896 | #14 |
| Mlolongo | 136,351 | #23 |
| Athi River | 81,302 | #32 |
| Machakos | 63,767 | #45 |
| Githunguri | 63,319 | #47 |
Cities near Kinoi
- Machakos63,767 people · ~19 km away
- Wote19,725 people · ~31 km away
- Makueni Boma20,681 people · ~32 km away
- Mwala181,896 people · ~35 km away
- Emali18,325 people · ~48 km away
- Athi River81,302 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kinoi?
Kinoi has a population of 44,086 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #63 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Kinoi in?
Kinoi is located in Machakos County, Kenya.
Is Kinoi the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 75 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.