Umuahia Population 2026
Umuahia has a population of 370,000, making it the #41 biggest city in 🇳🇬 Nigeria, located in Abia State. Roughly 0.2% of Nigeria's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Lagos, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
370,000
Rank in Nigeria
#41
Coordinates
5.52°N, 7.49°E
~148 m elevation · Africa/Lagos
Distance to capital (Abuja)
393 km
244 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Abia State
| City | Population | Rank in Nigeria |
|---|---|---|
| Aba | 1,160,000 | #9 |
| Amaigbo | 127,300 | #89 |
| Bende | 79,618 | #133 |
| Ohafia-Ifigh | 73,355 | #150 |
Cities near Umuahia
- Bende79,618 people · ~16 km away
- Ohafia-Ifigh73,355 people · ~37 km away
- Okigwe115,499 people · ~37 km away
- Ikot Ekpene254,806 people · ~45 km away
- Amaigbo127,300 people · ~48 km away
- Aba1,160,000 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Umuahia?
Umuahia has a population of 370,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #41 biggest city in Nigeria.
What region is Umuahia in?
Umuahia is located in Abia State, Nigeria.
Is Umuahia the capital of Nigeria?
No, the capital of Nigeria is Abuja, about 393 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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