Limuru Population 2026
Limuru has a population of 159,314, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Kiambu 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)
159,314
Rank in Kenya
#19
Coordinates
1.11°S, 36.64°E
~2,251 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
27 km
17 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kiambu County
Cities near Limuru
- Karuri194,342 people · ~15 km away
- Kikuyu323,881 people · ~15 km away
- Maai Mahiu20,823 people · ~15 km away
- Mai20,823 people · ~16 km away
- Githunguri63,319 people · ~16 km away
- Kiambu147,870 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Limuru?
Limuru has a population of 159,314 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Limuru in?
Limuru is located in Kiambu County, Kenya.
Is Limuru 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.