Kroonstad Population 2026
Kroonstad has a population of 117,152, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Free State. Roughly 0.2% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 80× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
117,152
Rank in South Africa
#59
Coordinates
27.65°S, 27.23°E
~1,399 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
232 km
144 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 |
| Kutloanong | 95,008 | #72 |
| Bethlehem | 91,075 | #77 |
| Phuthaditjhaba | 84,258 | #85 |
Cities near Kroonstad
- Kutloanong95,008 people · ~52 km away
- Viljoenskroon54,955 people · ~57 km away
- Odendaalsrus76,371 people · ~59 km away
- Welkom431,944 people · ~61 km away
- Virginia122,502 people · ~62 km away
- Bothaville71,934 people · ~68 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kroonstad?
Kroonstad has a population of 117,152 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Kroonstad in?
Kroonstad is located in Free State, South Africa.
Is Kroonstad the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 232 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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