Naivasha Population 2026
Naivasha has a population of 198,444, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Nakuru County. Roughly 0.3% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
198,444
Rank in Kenya
#10
Coordinates
0.71°S, 36.43°E
~1,902 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
76 km
47 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nakuru County
Cities near Naivasha
- Gilgil60,711 people · ~27 km away
- Mai20,823 people · ~34 km away
- Maai Mahiu20,823 people · ~35 km away
- Ol Kalou47,795 people · ~50 km away
- Limuru159,314 people · ~50 km away
- Githunguri63,319 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Naivasha?
Naivasha has a population of 198,444 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Naivasha in?
Naivasha is located in Nakuru County, Kenya.
Is Naivasha the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 76 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.