Mariakani Population 2026
Mariakani has a population of 31,715, making it the #77 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Kilifi County. Roughly 0.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 139× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,715
Rank in Kenya
#77
Coordinates
3.86°S, 39.47°E
~206 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
412 km
256 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kilifi County
Cities near Mariakani
FAQ
What is the population of Mariakani?
Mariakani has a population of 31,715 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #77 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Mariakani in?
Mariakani is located in Kilifi County, Kenya.
Is Mariakani the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 412 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.