Ol Kalou Population 2026
Ol Kalou has a population of 47,795, making it the #60 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Nyandarua County. Roughly 0.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 92× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,795
Rank in Kenya
#60
Coordinates
0.27°S, 36.38°E
~2,348 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
123 km
76 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nyandarua County
| City | Population | Rank in Kenya |
|---|---|---|
| Upper Gilgil | 60,711 | #50 |
| Mairo Inya | 30,527 | #79 |
Cities near Ol Kalou
- Upper Gilgil60,711 people · ~14 km away
- Gilgil60,711 people · ~27 km away
- Mairo Inya30,527 people · ~33 km away
- Nakuru570,674 people · ~34 km away
- Nyahururu37,650 people · ~34 km away
- Njoro42,173 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ol Kalou?
Ol Kalou has a population of 47,795 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #60 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Ol Kalou in?
Ol Kalou is located in Nyandarua County, Kenya.
Is Ol Kalou the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 123 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.