Maradi Population 2026
Maradi has a population of 361,702, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇳🇪 Niger, located in Maradi Region. Roughly 1.3% of Niger's population lives here. It is about 3.7× smaller than Niamey, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
361,702
Rank in Niger
#2
Coordinates
13.50°N, 7.10°E
~360 m elevation · Africa/Niamey
Distance to capital (Niamey)
540 km
335 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maradi Region
| City | Population | Rank in Niger |
|---|---|---|
| Tessaoua | 58,750 | #11 |
| Dakoro | 39,645 | #15 |
| Tibiri | 34,529 | #21 |
| Guidan Roumdji | 23,718 | #30 |
| Aguié | 23,545 | #31 |
| Mayahi | 22,183 | #32 |
| Gazaoua | 19,860 | #36 |
| Madarounfa | 16,538 | #41 |
Cities near Maradi
- Tibiri34,529 people · ~9 km away
- Madarounfa16,538 people · ~22 km away
- Guidan Roumdji23,718 people · ~47 km away
- Aguié23,545 people · ~73 km away
- Mayahi22,183 people · ~80 km away
- Gazaoua19,860 people · ~88 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Maradi?
Maradi has a population of 361,702 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Niger.
What region is Maradi in?
Maradi is located in Maradi Region, Niger.
Is Maradi the capital of Niger?
No, the capital of Niger is Niamey, about 540 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.