Baidoa Population 2026
Baidoa has a population of 129,839, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇸🇴 Somalia, located in Bay. Roughly 0.6% of Somalia's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Mogadishu, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
129,839
Rank in Somalia
#9
Coordinates
3.11°N, 43.65°E
~441 m elevation · Africa/Mogadishu
Distance to capital (Mogadishu)
223 km
138 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Bay
| City | Population | Rank in Somalia |
|---|---|---|
| Buurhakaba | 27,792 | #30 |
| Diinsoor | 20,000 | #36 |
Cities near Baidoa
- Buurhakaba27,792 people · ~59 km away
- Diinsoor20,000 people · ~108 km away
- Luuq33,820 people · ~145 km away
- Wanlaweyn22,022 people · ~149 km away
- Baardheere42,240 people · ~175 km away
- Qoryooley51,720 people · ~177 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Baidoa?
Baidoa has a population of 129,839 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in Somalia.
What region is Baidoa in?
Baidoa is located in Bay, Somalia.
Is Baidoa the capital of Somalia?
No, the capital of Somalia is Mogadishu, about 223 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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