Honiara Population 2026 capital

Honiara has a population of 56,298, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇸🇧 Solomon Islands, located in Honiara. Roughly 6.6% of Solomon Islands's population lives here. Honiara is the capital of Solomon Islands.

Honiara
Location of Honiara. Boundaries: Natural Earth.
Population (city proper)
56,298
Rank in Solomon Islands
#1
Coordinates
9.43°S, 159.95°E
~49 m elevation · Pacific/Guadalcanal

Cities near Honiara

  • Tandai24,592 people · ~2 km away
  • Malango15,560 people · ~11 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Honiara?
Honiara has a population of 56,298 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Solomon Islands.
What region is Honiara in?
Honiara is located in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Is Honiara the capital of Solomon Islands?
Yes, Honiara is the capital of Solomon Islands.

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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