Maputo Population 2026 capital

Maputo has a population of 1,254,837, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇲🇿 Mozambique, located in Maputo City. Roughly 3.4% of Mozambique's population lives here. Maputo is the capital of Mozambique.

Location of Maputo. Boundaries: Natural Earth.

Population (city proper)

1,254,837

Rank in Mozambique

Coordinates

25.97°S, 32.58°E

~70 m elevation · Africa/Maputo

Cities near Maputo

Matola1,198,988 people · ~12 km away
Boane27,325 people · ~27 km away
Manhiça65,240 people · ~67 km away
Ressano Garcia110,000 people · ~83 km away
Macia32,286 people · ~116 km away
Xai-Xai154,356 people · ~147 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Maputo?

Maputo has a population of 1,254,837 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Mozambique.

What region is Maputo in?

Maputo is located in Maputo City, Mozambique.

Is Maputo the capital of Mozambique?

Yes, Maputo is the capital of Mozambique.

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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