Matuga Population 2026
Matuga has a population of 194,252, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Kwale County. Roughly 0.3% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
194,252
Rank in Kenya
#13
Coordinates
4.17°S, 39.57°E
~132 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
443 km
275 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kwale County
Cities near Matuga
FAQ
What is the population of Matuga?
Matuga has a population of 194,252 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Matuga in?
Matuga is located in Kwale County, Kenya.
Is Matuga the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 443 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.