Tahoua Population 2026
Tahoua has a population of 159,468, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇳🇪 Niger, located in Tahoua Region. Roughly 0.6% of Niger's population lives here. It is about 8.3× smaller than Niamey, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
159,468
Rank in Niger
#4
Coordinates
14.89°N, 5.27°E
~389 m elevation · Africa/Niamey
Distance to capital (Niamey)
373 km
232 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tahoua Region
| City | Population | Rank in Niger |
|---|---|---|
| Birni N Konni | 85,494 | #8 |
| Madaoua | 37,858 | #18 |
| Illéla | 30,439 | #25 |
| Abalak | 29,561 | #26 |
| Tchin Tabaradèn | 20,704 | #34 |
Cities near Tahoua
- Illéla30,439 people · ~48 km away
- Madaoua37,858 people · ~117 km away
- Birni N Konni85,494 people · ~122 km away
- Abalak29,561 people · ~125 km away
- Tchin Tabaradèn20,704 people · ~126 km away
- Dakoro39,645 people · ~166 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tahoua?
Tahoua has a population of 159,468 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Niger.
What region is Tahoua in?
Tahoua is located in Tahoua Region, Niger.
Is Tahoua the capital of Niger?
No, the capital of Niger is Niamey, about 373 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.