Kitengela Population 2026
Kitengela has a population of 154,436, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Kajiado County. Roughly 0.3% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
154,436
Rank in Kenya
#21
Coordinates
1.48°S, 36.96°E
~1,574 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
27 km
17 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kajiado County
| City | Population | Rank in Kenya |
|---|---|---|
| Ongata Rongai | 172,569 | #15 |
| Ngong | 102,323 | #28 |
| Kiserian | 76,903 | #37 |
| Kajiado | 24,678 | #87 |
Cities near Kitengela
- Athi River81,302 people · ~3 km away
- Mlolongo136,351 people · ~9 km away
- Githunguri63,319 people · ~20 km away
- Ongata Rongai172,569 people · ~24 km away
- Nairobi4,397,073 people · ~27 km away
- Kiserian76,903 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kitengela?
Kitengela has a population of 154,436 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Kitengela in?
Kitengela is located in Kajiado County, Kenya.
Is Kitengela the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 27 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.