Waterloo Population 2026
Waterloo has a population of 55,000, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇸🇱 Sierra Leone, located in Western Area. Roughly 0.6% of Sierra Leone's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Freetown, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
55,000
Rank in Sierra Leone
#6
Coordinates
8.34°N, 13.07°W
~23 m elevation · Africa/Freetown
Distance to capital (Freetown)
24 km
15 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Area
| City | Population | Rank in Sierra Leone |
|---|---|---|
| Freetown | 802,639 | #1 |
Cities near Waterloo
FAQ
What is the population of Waterloo?
Waterloo has a population of 55,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Sierra Leone.
What region is Waterloo in?
Waterloo is located in Western Area, Sierra Leone.
Is Waterloo the capital of Sierra Leone?
No, the capital of Sierra Leone is Freetown, about 24 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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