Swakopmund Population 2026
Swakopmund has a population of 53,009, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇳🇦 Namibia, located in Erongo Region. Roughly 1.7% of Namibia's population lives here. It is about 7.3× smaller than Windhoek, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
53,009
Rank in Namibia
#4
Coordinates
22.68°S, 14.53°E
~18 m elevation · Africa/Windhoek
Distance to capital (Windhoek)
263 km
163 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Erongo Region
| City | Population | Rank in Namibia |
|---|---|---|
| Walvis Bay | 73,598 | #3 |
Cities near Swakopmund
- Walvis Bay73,598 people · ~31 km away
- Okahandja26,832 people · ~256 km away
- Windhoek386,219 people · ~263 km away
- Rehoboth34,185 people · ~272 km away
- Otjiwarongo33,481 people · ~330 km away
- Lüderitz15,137 people · ~446 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Swakopmund?
Swakopmund has a population of 53,009 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Namibia.
What region is Swakopmund in?
Swakopmund is located in Erongo Region, Namibia.
Is Swakopmund the capital of Namibia?
No, the capital of Namibia is Windhoek, about 263 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.
← All biggest cities in Namibia · Namibia population by year