Madaoua Population 2026
Madaoua has a population of 37,858, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇳🇪 Niger, located in Tahoua Region. Roughly 0.1% of Niger's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than Niamey, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,858
Rank in Niger
#18
Coordinates
14.07°N, 5.96°E
~328 m elevation · Africa/Niamey
Distance to capital (Niamey)
420 km
261 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tahoua Region
| City | Population | Rank in Niger |
|---|---|---|
| Tahoua | 159,468 | #4 |
| Birni N Konni | 85,494 | #8 |
| Illéla | 30,439 | #25 |
| Abalak | 29,561 | #26 |
| Tchin Tabaradèn | 20,704 | #34 |
Cities near Madaoua
- Birni N Konni85,494 people · ~83 km away
- Illéla30,439 people · ~88 km away
- Guidan Roumdji23,718 people · ~92 km away
- Dakoro39,645 people · ~99 km away
- Tahoua159,468 people · ~117 km away
- Tibiri34,529 people · ~131 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Madaoua?
Madaoua has a population of 37,858 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Niger.
What region is Madaoua in?
Madaoua is located in Tahoua Region, Niger.
Is Madaoua the capital of Niger?
No, the capital of Niger is Niamey, about 420 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.