Murang’a Population 2026
Murang’a has a population of 43,314, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Murang'A. Roughly 0.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 102× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,314
Rank in Kenya
#66
Coordinates
0.72°S, 37.15°E
~1,318 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
73 km
45 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Murang'A
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FAQ
What is the population of Murang’a?
Murang’a has a population of 43,314 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Murang’a in?
Murang’a is located in Murang'A, Kenya.
Is Murang’a the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 73 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.