Muhanga Population 2026
Muhanga has a population of 82,797, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇷🇼 Rwanda, located in Southern Province. Roughly 0.6% of Rwanda's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Kigali, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
82,797
Rank in Rwanda
#6
Coordinates
2.02°S, 29.71°E
~1,802 m elevation · Africa/Kigali
Distance to capital (Kigali)
40 km
25 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Southern Province
Cities near Muhanga
FAQ
What is the population of Muhanga?
Muhanga has a population of 82,797 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Rwanda.
What region is Muhanga in?
Muhanga is located in Southern Province, Rwanda.
Is Muhanga the capital of Rwanda?
No, the capital of Rwanda is Kigali, about 40 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.