Bougouni Population 2026
Bougouni has a population of 90,234, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇲🇱 Mali, located in Sikasso. Roughly 0.3% of Mali's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than Bamako, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
90,234
Rank in Mali
#11
Coordinates
11.42°N, 7.48°W
~349 m elevation · Africa/Bamako
Distance to capital (Bamako)
143 km
89 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sikasso
Cities near Bougouni
- Yanfolila24,399 people · ~77 km away
- Bamba28,524 people · ~121 km away
- Sirakoro Méguétana22,499 people · ~136 km away
- Kabala24,241 people · ~137 km away
- Sibi26,633 people · ~141 km away
- Kalaban Koro148,247 people · ~142 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bougouni?
Bougouni has a population of 90,234 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Mali.
What region is Bougouni in?
Bougouni is located in Sikasso, Mali.
Is Bougouni the capital of Mali?
No, the capital of Mali is Bamako, about 143 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.