Kabala Population 2026
Kabala has a population of 24,241, making it the #46 biggest city in 🇲🇱 Mali, located in Koulikoro. Roughly 0.1% of Mali's population lives here. It is about 174× smaller than Bamako, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,241
Rank in Mali
#46
Coordinates
12.53°N, 8.04°W
~333 m elevation · Africa/Bamako
Distance to capital (Bamako)
12 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Koulikoro
| City | Population | Rank in Mali |
|---|---|---|
| Kalaban Koro | 148,247 | #7 |
| Kati | 130,254 | #9 |
| Dialakorodji | 70,619 | #14 |
| Koulikoro | 64,128 | #15 |
| Fana | 56,809 | #16 |
| Kolokani | 48,774 | #21 |
| Sangarébougou | 42,314 | #23 |
| Banamba | 30,591 | #34 |
Cities near Kabala
- Kalaban Koro148,247 people · ~5 km away
- Bamako4,227,569 people · ~12 km away
- Sirakoro Méguétana22,499 people · ~14 km away
- Dialakorodji70,619 people · ~21 km away
- Kati130,254 people · ~25 km away
- Sangarébougou42,314 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kabala?
Kabala has a population of 24,241 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #46 biggest city in Mali.
What region is Kabala in?
Kabala is located in Koulikoro, Mali.
Is Kabala the capital of Mali?
No, the capital of Mali is Bamako, about 12 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.