Bambey Population 2026
Bambey has a population of 37,374, making it the #34 biggest city in 🇸🇳 Senegal, located in Diourbel Region. Roughly 0.2% of Senegal's population lives here. It is about 71× smaller than Dakar, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,374
Rank in Senegal
#34
Coordinates
14.70°N, 16.46°W
~19 m elevation · Africa/Dakar
Distance to capital (Dakar)
106 km
66 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Diourbel Region
| City | Population | Rank in Senegal |
|---|---|---|
| Touba | 1,120,824 | #3 |
| Diourbel | 157,554 | #12 |
| Mbaké | 101,451 | #17 |
| Tiébo | 100,289 | #18 |
| Keur Médoune | 77,255 | #19 |
Cities near Bambey
- Diourbel157,554 people · ~24 km away
- Tiébo100,289 people · ~25 km away
- Poukham Un24,146 people · ~38 km away
- Fatick39,361 people · ~41 km away
- Gossas Village15,630 people · ~44 km away
- Tivaouane102,658 people · ~47 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bambey?
Bambey has a population of 37,374 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #34 biggest city in Senegal.
What region is Bambey in?
Bambey is located in Diourbel Region, Senegal.
Is Bambey the capital of Senegal?
No, the capital of Senegal is Dakar, about 106 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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