Webuye Population 2026
Webuye has a population of 42,642, making it the #67 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Bungoma County. Roughly 0.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 103× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
42,642
Rank in Kenya
#67
Coordinates
0.60°N, 34.77°E
~1,491 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
309 km
192 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bungoma County
Cities near Webuye
FAQ
What is the population of Webuye?
Webuye has a population of 42,642 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #67 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Webuye in?
Webuye is located in Bungoma County, Kenya.
Is Webuye the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 309 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.