Parys Population 2026
Parys has a population of 71,319, making it the #95 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Free State. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 132× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,319
Rank in South Africa
#95
Coordinates
26.90°S, 27.46°E
~1,398 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
148 km
92 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 Parys
- Sasolburg135,828 people · ~37 km away
- Potchefstroom178,285 people · ~41 km away
- Vanderbijlpark246,754 people · ~43 km away
- Vereeniging474,681 people · ~53 km away
- Evaton725,468 people · ~57 km away
- Carletonville182,304 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Parys?
Parys has a population of 71,319 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #95 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Parys in?
Parys is located in Free State, South Africa.
Is Parys the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 148 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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