Mbour Population 2026
Mbour has a population of 284,189, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇸🇳 Senegal, located in Thies. Roughly 1.5% of Senegal's population lives here. It is about 9.3× smaller than Dakar, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
284,189
Rank in Senegal
#8
Coordinates
14.42°N, 16.96°W
~15 m elevation · Africa/Dakar
Distance to capital (Dakar)
60 km
37 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Thies
Cities near Mbour
- Sali41,811 people · ~6 km away
- Nguékhokh47,964 people · ~11 km away
- Joal45,903 people · ~30 km away
- Thiès Nones252,320 people · ~40 km away
- Sébikhotane42,839 people · ~41 km away
- Diamniadio47,759 people · ~41 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mbour?
Mbour has a population of 284,189 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Senegal.
What region is Mbour in?
Mbour is located in Thies, Senegal.
Is Mbour the capital of Senegal?
No, the capital of Senegal is Dakar, about 60 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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