Yambio Population 2026

Yambio has a population of 40,382, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇸🇸 South Sudan, located in Western Equatoria. Roughly 0.3% of South Sudan's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Juba, the country's biggest city.

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

Population (city proper)

40,382

Rank in South Sudan

Coordinates

4.57°N, 28.39°E

~655 m elevation · Africa/Juba

Distance to capital (Juba)

355 km

220 miles, straight line

Cities near Yambio

Yei260,720 people · ~259 km away
Rumbek32,083 people · ~286 km away
Tonj17,338 people · ~302 km away
Wau127,384 people · ~351 km away
Juba450,000 people · ~355 km away
Bor26,782 people · ~395 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Yambio?

Yambio has a population of 40,382 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in South Sudan.

What region is Yambio in?

Yambio is located in Western Equatoria, South Sudan.

Is Yambio the capital of South Sudan?

No, the capital of South Sudan is Juba, about 355 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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