Nakuru Population 2026
Nakuru has a population of 570,674, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Nakuru County. Roughly 1.0% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 7.7× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
570,674
Rank in Kenya
#4
Coordinates
0.31°S, 36.07°E
~1,802 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
136 km
84 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nakuru County
Cities near Nakuru
FAQ
What is the population of Nakuru?
Nakuru has a population of 570,674 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Nakuru in?
Nakuru is located in Nakuru County, Kenya.
Is Nakuru the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 136 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.