Rumphi Population 2026
Rumphi has a population of 25,216, making it the #17 biggest city in 🇲🇼 Malawi, located in Northern Region. Roughly 0.1% of Malawi's population lives here. It is about 44× smaller than Lilongwe, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,216
Rank in Malawi
#17
Coordinates
11.02°S, 33.86°E
~1,084 m elevation · Africa/Blantyre
Distance to capital (Lilongwe)
328 km
204 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Region
| City | Population | Rank in Malawi |
|---|---|---|
| Mzuzu | 249,564 | #3 |
| Karonga | 69,486 | #5 |
| Mzimba | 29,432 | #15 |
| Chitipa | 20,011 | #20 |
| Nkhata Bay | 16,099 | #23 |
Cities near Rumphi
- Mzuzu249,564 people · ~53 km away
- Nkhata Bay16,099 people · ~81 km away
- Mzimba29,432 people · ~102 km away
- Karonga69,486 people · ~121 km away
- Chitipa20,011 people · ~160 km away
- Nkhotakota31,974 people · ~218 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rumphi?
Rumphi has a population of 25,216 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #17 biggest city in Malawi.
What region is Rumphi in?
Rumphi is located in Northern Region, Malawi.
Is Rumphi the capital of Malawi?
No, the capital of Malawi is Lilongwe, about 328 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.