Tetu Population 2026
Tetu has a population of 39,293, making it the #72 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Nyeri County. Roughly 0.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 112× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,293
Rank in Kenya
#72
Coordinates
0.43°S, 36.92°E
~1,937 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
95 km
59 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nyeri County
Cities near Tetu
FAQ
What is the population of Tetu?
Tetu has a population of 39,293 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #72 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Tetu in?
Tetu is located in Nyeri County, Kenya.
Is Tetu the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 95 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.