Mooi River Population 2026
Mooi River has a population of 21,730, making it the #220 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in KwaZulu-Natal. It is about 433× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,730
Rank in South Africa
#220
Coordinates
29.21°S, 29.99°E
~1,403 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
424 km
263 miles, straight line
Other big cities in KwaZulu-Natal
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Durban | 3,338,026 | #3 |
| Pietermaritzburg | 839,327 | #8 |
| Newcastle | 404,838 | #17 |
| Richards Bay | 252,968 | #28 |
| KwaDukuza | 161,177 | #40 |
| Vryheid | 150,012 | #43 |
| Pinetown | 144,026 | #44 |
| Ladysmith | 143,446 | #45 |
Cities near Mooi River
- Estcourt26,444 people · ~25 km away
- Wembesi33,849 people · ~27 km away
- Howick32,453 people · ~38 km away
- Mpophomeni30,830 people · ~44 km away
- Pietermaritzburg839,327 people · ~60 km away
- Greytown23,139 people · ~60 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mooi River?
Mooi River has a population of 21,730 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #220 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Mooi River in?
Mooi River is located in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.
Is Mooi River the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 424 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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