Thaba Nchu Population 2026
Thaba Nchu has a population of 72,721, making it the #92 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Free State. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 130× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,721
Rank in South Africa
#92
Coordinates
29.21°S, 26.84°E
~1,531 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
408 km
253 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 Thaba Nchu
- Botshabelo309,714 people · ~13 km away
- Bloemfontein556,637 people · ~61 km away
- Ficksburg49,420 people · ~107 km away
- Virginia122,502 people · ~123 km away
- Zastron18,699 people · ~124 km away
- Senekal39,584 people · ~125 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Thaba Nchu?
Thaba Nchu has a population of 72,721 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #92 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Thaba Nchu in?
Thaba Nchu is located in Free State, South Africa.
Is Thaba Nchu the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 408 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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