Katsina Population 2026
Katsina has a population of 670,000, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇳🇬 Nigeria, located in Katsina State. Roughly 0.3% of Nigeria's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Lagos, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
670,000
Rank in Nigeria
#22
Coordinates
12.99°N, 7.60°E
~519 m elevation · Africa/Lagos
Distance to capital (Abuja)
437 km
271 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Katsina State
| City | Population | Rank in Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
| Funtua | 136,811 | #83 |
| Malumfashi | 70,709 | #156 |
| Daura | 25,289 | #199 |
Cities near Katsina
- Daura25,289 people · ~78 km away
- Kaura Namoda69,725 people · ~119 km away
- Moriki28,735 people · ~121 km away
- Gwarzo16,303 people · ~125 km away
- Malumfashi70,709 people · ~134 km away
- Gusau226,857 people · ~137 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Katsina?
Katsina has a population of 670,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Nigeria.
What region is Katsina in?
Katsina is located in Katsina State, Nigeria.
Is Katsina the capital of Nigeria?
No, the capital of Nigeria is Abuja, about 437 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.
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