Dosso Population 2026
Dosso has a population of 79,406, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇳🇪 Niger, located in Dosso Region. Roughly 0.3% of Niger's population lives here. It is about 17× smaller than Niamey, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
79,406
Rank in Niger
#9
Coordinates
13.05°N, 3.19°E
~218 m elevation · Africa/Niamey
Distance to capital (Niamey)
128 km
79 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Dosso Region
| City | Population | Rank in Niger |
|---|---|---|
| Gaya | 61,533 | #10 |
| Dogondoutchi | 50,037 | #13 |
| Birnin Gaouré | 19,529 | #37 |
Cities near Dosso
- Birnin Gaouré19,529 people · ~31 km away
- Baléyara21,740 people · ~86 km away
- Say18,333 people · ~90 km away
- Kollo19,957 people · ~97 km away
- Youri Kourtéré31,598 people · ~107 km away
- Dogondoutchi50,037 people · ~112 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dosso?
Dosso has a population of 79,406 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in Niger.
What region is Dosso in?
Dosso is located in Dosso Region, Niger.
Is Dosso the capital of Niger?
No, the capital of Niger is Niamey, about 128 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.