Heilbron Population 2026
Heilbron has a population of 32,836, making it the #167 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Free State. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 287× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,836
Rank in South Africa
#167
Coordinates
27.28°S, 27.97°E
~1,539 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
172 km
107 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 Heilbron
- Sasolburg135,828 people · ~54 km away
- Vanderbijlpark246,754 people · ~65 km away
- Parys71,319 people · ~66 km away
- Vereeniging474,681 people · ~68 km away
- Kroonstad117,152 people · ~83 km away
- Evaton725,468 people · ~84 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Heilbron?
Heilbron has a population of 32,836 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #167 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Heilbron in?
Heilbron is located in Free State, South Africa.
Is Heilbron the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 172 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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