De Aar Population 2026
De Aar has a population of 32,318, making it the #171 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Northern Cape. It is about 291× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,318
Rank in South Africa
#171
Coordinates
30.65°S, 24.01°E
~1,247 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
682 km
424 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Cape
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Kimberley | 142,089 | #47 |
| Upington | 71,373 | #94 |
| Postmasburg | 30,089 | #181 |
| Pampierstad | 21,707 | #221 |
| Warrenton | 17,946 | #261 |
Cities near De Aar
- Middelburg22,380 people · ~133 km away
- Graaff Reinet62,896 people · ~185 km away
- Burgersdorp19,159 people · ~225 km away
- Kimberley142,089 people · ~225 km away
- Cradock43,936 people · ~227 km away
- Beaufort West44,737 people · ~233 km away
FAQ
What is the population of De Aar?
De Aar has a population of 32,318 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #171 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is De Aar in?
De Aar is located in Northern Cape, South Africa.
Is De Aar the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 682 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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