Botshabelo Population 2026
Botshabelo has a population of 309,714, making it the #23 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Free State. Roughly 0.5% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 30× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
309,714
Rank in South Africa
#23
Coordinates
29.27°S, 26.73°E
~1,448 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
417 km
259 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Free State
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Bloemfontein | 556,637 | #11 |
| Welkom | 431,944 | #16 |
| Sasolburg | 135,828 | #51 |
| Virginia | 122,502 | #55 |
| Kroonstad | 117,152 | #59 |
| Kutloanong | 95,008 | #72 |
| Bethlehem | 91,075 | #77 |
| Phuthaditjhaba | 84,258 | #85 |
Cities near Botshabelo
- Thaba Nchu72,721 people · ~13 km away
- Bloemfontein556,637 people · ~52 km away
- Ficksburg49,420 people · ~120 km away
- Zastron18,699 people · ~120 km away
- Virginia122,502 people · ~130 km away
- Senekal39,584 people · ~137 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Botshabelo?
Botshabelo has a population of 309,714 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #23 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Botshabelo in?
Botshabelo is located in Free State, South Africa.
Is Botshabelo the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 417 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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