Walvis Bay Population 2026
Walvis Bay has a population of 73,598, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇳🇦 Namibia, located in Erongo Region. Roughly 2.3% of Namibia's population lives here. It is about 5.2× smaller than Windhoek, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
73,598
Rank in Namibia
#3
Coordinates
22.96°S, 14.51°E
~6 m elevation · Africa/Windhoek
Distance to capital (Windhoek)
268 km
166 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Erongo Region
| City | Population | Rank in Namibia |
|---|---|---|
| Swakopmund | 53,009 | #4 |
Cities near Walvis Bay
- Swakopmund53,009 people · ~31 km away
- Windhoek386,219 people · ~268 km away
- Rehoboth34,185 people · ~267 km away
- Okahandja26,832 people · ~269 km away
- Otjiwarongo33,481 people · ~355 km away
- Lüderitz15,137 people · ~416 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Walvis Bay?
Walvis Bay has a population of 73,598 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Namibia.
What region is Walvis Bay in?
Walvis Bay is located in Erongo Region, Namibia.
Is Walvis Bay the capital of Namibia?
No, the capital of Namibia is Windhoek, about 268 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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