Chimoio Population 2026
Chimoio has a population of 422,046, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇲🇿 Mozambique, located in Manica. Roughly 1.2% of Mozambique's population lives here. It is about 3.0× smaller than Maputo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
422,046
Rank in Mozambique
#5
Coordinates
19.12°S, 33.48°E
~709 m elevation · Africa/Maputo
Distance to capital (Maputo)
767 km
476 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Manica
| City | Population | Rank in Mozambique |
|---|---|---|
| Manica | 41,961 | #33 |
| Gondola | 39,351 | #34 |
| Catandica | 25,869 | #48 |
| Machipanda | 15,962 | #64 |
| Messica | 15,907 | #65 |
Cities near Chimoio
- Gondola39,351 people · ~18 km away
- Messica15,907 people · ~44 km away
- Manica41,961 people · ~67 km away
- Nhamatanda30,087 people · ~78 km away
- Gorongosa21,792 people · ~79 km away
- Machipanda15,962 people · ~80 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chimoio?
Chimoio has a population of 422,046 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Mozambique.
What region is Chimoio in?
Chimoio is located in Manica, Mozambique.
Is Chimoio the capital of Mozambique?
No, the capital of Mozambique is Maputo, about 767 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.
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