Kora Population 2026
Kora has a population of 15,134, making it the #45 biggest city in 🇷🇼 Rwanda, located in Western Province. Roughly 0.1% of Rwanda's population lives here. It is about 75× smaller than Kigali, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,134
Rank in Rwanda
#45
Coordinates
1.61°S, 29.45°E
~2,474 m elevation · Africa/Kigali
Distance to capital (Kigali)
78 km
48 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Province
Cities near Kora
FAQ
What is the population of Kora?
Kora has a population of 15,134 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #45 biggest city in Rwanda.
What region is Kora in?
Kora is located in Western Province, Rwanda.
Is Kora the capital of Rwanda?
No, the capital of Rwanda is Kigali, about 78 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.