Kimberley Population 2026
Kimberley has a population of 142,089, making it the #47 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Northern Cape. Roughly 0.2% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 66× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
142,089
Rank in South Africa
#47
Coordinates
28.73°S, 24.76°E
~1,224 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
474 km
294 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Cape
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Upington | 71,373 | #94 |
| De Aar | 32,318 | #171 |
| Postmasburg | 30,089 | #181 |
| Pampierstad | 21,707 | #221 |
| Warrenton | 17,946 | #261 |
Cities near Kimberley
- Warrenton17,946 people · ~69 km away
- Christiana25,019 people · ~99 km away
- Pampierstad21,707 people · ~106 km away
- Bloemhof33,432 people · ~146 km away
- Bloemfontein556,637 people · ~148 km away
- Postmasburg30,089 people · ~172 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kimberley?
Kimberley has a population of 142,089 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #47 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Kimberley in?
Kimberley is located in Northern Cape, South Africa.
Is Kimberley the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 474 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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