Monrovia Population 2026 capital

Monrovia has a population of 1,542,549, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇱🇷 Liberia, located in Montserrado County. Roughly 26% of Liberia's population lives here. Monrovia is the capital of Liberia.

Location of Monrovia. Boundaries: Natural Earth.

Population (city proper)

1,542,549

Rank in Liberia

Coordinates

6.30°N, 10.80°W

~32 m elevation · Africa/Monrovia

Cities near Monrovia

Harbel38,208 people · ~49 km away
Kakata52,247 people · ~55 km away
Tubmanburg22,005 people · ~63 km away
Buchanan75,854 people · ~95 km away
Gbarnga86,031 people · ~166 km away
Ganta63,523 people · ~225 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Monrovia?

Monrovia has a population of 1,542,549 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Liberia.

What region is Monrovia in?

Monrovia is located in Montserrado County, Liberia.

Is Monrovia the capital of Liberia?

Yes, Monrovia is the capital of Liberia.

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.

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