Niamey Population 2026 capital
Niamey has a population of 1,323,691, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇳🇪 Niger, located in Niamey. Roughly 4.6% of Niger's population lives here. Niamey is the capital of Niger.
Population (city proper)
1,323,691
Rank in Niger
#1
Coordinates
13.51°N, 2.11°E
~206 m elevation · Africa/Niamey
Cities near Niamey
- Youri Kourtéré31,598 people · ~25 km away
- Kollo19,957 people · ~34 km away
- Say18,333 people · ~54 km away
- Torodi15,988 people · ~55 km away
- Baléyara21,740 people · ~96 km away
- Birnin Gaouré19,529 people · ~99 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Niamey?
Niamey has a population of 1,323,691 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Niger.
What region is Niamey in?
Niamey is located in Niamey, Niger.
Is Niamey the capital of Niger?
Yes, Niamey is the capital of Niger.
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.