Kibungo Population 2026
Kibungo has a population of 46,240, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇷🇼 Rwanda, located in Eastern Province. Roughly 0.3% of Rwanda's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Kigali, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,240
Rank in Rwanda
#10
Coordinates
2.16°S, 30.54°E
~1,607 m elevation · Africa/Kigali
Distance to capital (Kigali)
59 km
37 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Province
Cities near Kibungo
FAQ
What is the population of Kibungo?
Kibungo has a population of 46,240 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Rwanda.
What region is Kibungo in?
Kibungo is located in Eastern Province, Rwanda.
Is Kibungo the capital of Rwanda?
No, the capital of Rwanda is Kigali, about 59 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.