Dogondoutchi Population 2026
Dogondoutchi has a population of 50,037, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇳🇪 Niger, located in Dosso Region. Roughly 0.2% of Niger's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Niamey, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,037
Rank in Niger
#13
Coordinates
13.64°N, 4.03°E
~231 m elevation · Africa/Niamey
Distance to capital (Niamey)
208 km
129 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Dosso Region
| City | Population | Rank in Niger |
|---|---|---|
| Dosso | 79,406 | #9 |
| Gaya | 61,533 | #10 |
| Birnin Gaouré | 19,529 | #37 |
Cities near Dogondoutchi
- Filingué16,544 people · ~110 km away
- Dosso79,406 people · ~112 km away
- Baléyara21,740 people · ~117 km away
- Birni N Konni85,494 people · ~133 km away
- Birnin Gaouré19,529 people · ~136 km away
- Illéla30,439 people · ~160 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dogondoutchi?
Dogondoutchi has a population of 50,037 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Niger.
What region is Dogondoutchi in?
Dogondoutchi is located in Dosso Region, Niger.
Is Dogondoutchi the capital of Niger?
No, the capital of Niger is Niamey, about 208 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.