Mwala Population 2026
Mwala has a population of 181,896, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Machakos County. Roughly 0.3% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
181,896
Rank in Kenya
#14
Coordinates
1.35°S, 37.45°E
~1,256 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
71 km
44 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Machakos County
| City | Population | Rank in Kenya |
|---|---|---|
| Mlolongo | 136,351 | #23 |
| Athi River | 81,302 | #32 |
| Machakos | 63,767 | #45 |
| Githunguri | 63,319 | #47 |
| Kinoi | 44,086 | #63 |
Cities near Mwala
- Machakos63,767 people · ~28 km away
- Kinoi44,086 people · ~35 km away
- Wote19,725 people · ~51 km away
- Githunguri63,319 people · ~52 km away
- Makueni Boma20,681 people · ~54 km away
- Athi River81,302 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mwala?
Mwala has a population of 181,896 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Mwala in?
Mwala is located in Machakos County, Kenya.
Is Mwala the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 71 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.