Molo Population 2026
Molo has a population of 48,356, making it the #58 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Nakuru County. Roughly 0.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 91× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
48,356
Rank in Kenya
#58
Coordinates
0.25°S, 35.73°E
~2,451 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
167 km
104 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nakuru County
Cities near Molo
FAQ
What is the population of Molo?
Molo has a population of 48,356 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #58 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Molo in?
Molo is located in Nakuru County, Kenya.
Is Molo the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 167 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.