Tambacounda Population 2026
Tambacounda has a population of 149,071, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇸🇳 Senegal, located in Tambacounda. Roughly 0.8% of Senegal's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Dakar, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
149,071
Rank in Senegal
#13
Coordinates
13.77°N, 13.67°W
~32 m elevation · Africa/Dakar
Distance to capital (Dakar)
420 km
261 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tambacounda
| City | Population | Rank in Senegal |
|---|---|---|
| Koumpentoum | 15,723 | #61 |
Cities near Tambacounda
- Médina Gounas36,588 people · ~71 km away
- Vélingara45,431 people · ~84 km away
- Koumpentoum15,723 people · ~100 km away
- Diaoubé26,165 people · ~109 km away
- Koungheul31,149 people · ~125 km away
- Koungneul Sossé20,942 people · ~126 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Tambacounda?
Tambacounda has a population of 149,071 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Senegal.
What region is Tambacounda in?
Tambacounda is located in Tambacounda, Senegal.
Is Tambacounda the capital of Senegal?
No, the capital of Senegal is Dakar, about 420 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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