Machakos Population 2026
Machakos has a population of 63,767, making it the #45 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Machakos County. Roughly 0.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 69× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
63,767
Rank in Kenya
#45
Coordinates
1.52°S, 37.27°E
~1,619 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
57 km
35 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 |
| Githunguri | 63,319 | #47 |
| Kinoi | 44,086 | #63 |
Cities near Machakos
- Kinoi44,086 people · ~19 km away
- Mwala181,896 people · ~28 km away
- Athi River81,302 people · ~33 km away
- Kitengela154,436 people · ~34 km away
- Mlolongo136,351 people · ~39 km away
- Githunguri63,319 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Machakos?
Machakos has a population of 63,767 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #45 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Machakos in?
Machakos is located in Machakos County, Kenya.
Is Machakos the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 57 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.