Ficksburg Population 2026
Ficksburg has a population of 49,420, making it the #124 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Free State. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 191× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,420
Rank in South Africa
#124
Coordinates
28.87°S, 27.88°E
~1,598 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
349 km
217 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Free State
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Bloemfontein | 556,637 | #11 |
| Welkom | 431,944 | #16 |
| Botshabelo | 309,714 | #23 |
| Sasolburg | 135,828 | #51 |
| Virginia | 122,502 | #55 |
| Kroonstad | 117,152 | #59 |
| Kutloanong | 95,008 | #72 |
| Bethlehem | 91,075 | #77 |
Cities near Ficksburg
- Senekal39,584 people · ~66 km away
- Bethlehem91,075 people · ~83 km away
- Phuthaditjhaba84,258 people · ~100 km away
- Thaba Nchu72,721 people · ~107 km away
- Botshabelo309,714 people · ~120 km away
- Virginia122,502 people · ~130 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ficksburg?
Ficksburg has a population of 49,420 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #124 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Ficksburg in?
Ficksburg is located in Free State, South Africa.
Is Ficksburg the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 349 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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