Dagana Population 2026
Dagana has a population of 21,750, making it the #50 biggest city in 🇸🇳 Senegal, located in Saint-Louis. Roughly 0.1% of Senegal's population lives here. It is about 122× smaller than Dakar, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,750
Rank in Senegal
#50
Coordinates
16.48°N, 15.60°W
~16 m elevation · Africa/Dakar
Distance to capital (Dakar)
280 km
174 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Saint-Louis
| City | Population | Rank in Senegal |
|---|---|---|
| Saint-Louis | 254,171 | #9 |
| Richard-Toll | 73,147 | #20 |
| Ndioum | 20,270 | #55 |
Cities near Dagana
- Richard-Toll73,147 people · ~11 km away
- Ndioum20,270 people · ~102 km away
- Saint-Louis254,171 people · ~108 km away
- Louga113,365 people · ~116 km away
- Dara45,530 people · ~126 km away
- Ndibène Dahra32,941 people · ~128 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dagana?
Dagana has a population of 21,750 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #50 biggest city in Senegal.
What region is Dagana in?
Dagana is located in Saint-Louis, Senegal.
Is Dagana the capital of Senegal?
No, the capital of Senegal is Dakar, about 280 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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