Gobabis Population 2026
Gobabis has a population of 22,639, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇳🇦 Namibia, located in Omaheke Region. Roughly 0.7% of Namibia's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Windhoek, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,639
Rank in Namibia
#16
Coordinates
22.45°S, 18.97°E
~1,442 m elevation · Africa/Windhoek
Distance to capital (Windhoek)
194 km
120 miles, straight line
Cities near Gobabis
- Windhoek386,219 people · ~194 km away
- Rehoboth34,185 people · ~215 km away
- Okahandja26,832 people · ~219 km away
- Otjiwarongo33,481 people · ~327 km away
- Grootfontein24,099 people · ~333 km away
- Tsumeb22,845 people · ~380 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gobabis?
Gobabis has a population of 22,639 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Namibia.
What region is Gobabis in?
Gobabis is located in Omaheke Region, Namibia.
Is Gobabis the capital of Namibia?
No, the capital of Namibia is Windhoek, about 194 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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