Ngororero Population 2026
Ngororero has a population of 38,823, making it the #17 biggest city in 🇷🇼 Rwanda, located in Western Province. Roughly 0.3% of Rwanda's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Kigali, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,823
Rank in Rwanda
#17
Coordinates
1.86°S, 29.63°E
~1,654 m elevation · Africa/Kigali
Distance to capital (Kigali)
49 km
30 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Province
Cities near Ngororero
FAQ
What is the population of Ngororero?
Ngororero has a population of 38,823 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #17 biggest city in Rwanda.
What region is Ngororero in?
Ngororero is located in Western Province, Rwanda.
Is Ngororero the capital of Rwanda?
No, the capital of Rwanda is Kigali, about 49 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.