Mombasa Population 2026
Mombasa has a population of 1,208,333, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Mombasa County. Roughly 2.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 3.6× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,208,333
Rank in Kenya
#3
Coordinates
4.05°S, 39.66°E
~20 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
442 km
274 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mombasa County
| City | Population | Rank in Kenya |
|---|---|---|
| Jomvu | 163,415 | #16 |
Cities near Mombasa
FAQ
What is the population of Mombasa?
Mombasa has a population of 1,208,333 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Mombasa in?
Mombasa is located in Mombasa County, Kenya.
Is Mombasa the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 442 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.