Leer Population 2026

Leer has a population of 17,827, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇸🇸 South Sudan, located in Unity. Roughly 0.1% of South Sudan's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Juba, the country's biggest city.

Location of Leer (capital Juba shown for reference). Boundaries: Natural Earth.

Population (city proper)

17,827

Rank in South Sudan

#14

Coordinates

8.30°N, 30.14°E

~397 m elevation · Africa/Juba

Distance to capital (Juba)

416 km

258 miles, straight line

Cities near Leer

Rumbek32,083 people · ~174 km away
Tonj17,338 people · ~198 km away
Malakal160,765 people · ~216 km away
Gogrial44,600 people · ~226 km away
Kuacjok78,000 people · ~238 km away
Wau127,384 people · ~246 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Leer?

Leer has a population of 17,827 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in South Sudan.

What region is Leer in?

Leer is located in Unity, South Sudan.

Is Leer the capital of South Sudan?

No, the capital of South Sudan is Juba, about 416 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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