Okahandja Population 2026
Okahandja has a population of 26,832, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇳🇦 Namibia, located in Otjozondjupa Region. Roughly 0.9% of Namibia's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Windhoek, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,832
Rank in Namibia
#10
Coordinates
21.98°S, 16.90°E
~1,370 m elevation · Africa/Windhoek
Distance to capital (Windhoek)
67 km
42 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Otjozondjupa Region
| City | Population | Rank in Namibia |
|---|---|---|
| Otjiwarongo | 33,481 | #8 |
| Grootfontein | 24,099 | #11 |
Cities near Okahandja
- Windhoek386,219 people · ~67 km away
- Rehoboth34,185 people · ~150 km away
- Otjiwarongo33,481 people · ~171 km away
- Gobabis22,639 people · ~219 km away
- Swakopmund53,009 people · ~256 km away
- Walvis Bay73,598 people · ~269 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Okahandja?
Okahandja has a population of 26,832 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Namibia.
What region is Okahandja in?
Okahandja is located in Otjozondjupa Region, Namibia.
Is Okahandja the capital of Namibia?
No, the capital of Namibia is Windhoek, about 67 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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