Budaka Population 2026
Budaka has a population of 29,100, making it the #68 biggest city in 🇺🇬 Uganda, located in Eastern Region. Roughly 0.1% of Uganda's population lives here. It is about 58× smaller than Kampala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,100
Rank in Uganda
#68
Coordinates
1.00°N, 33.93°E
~1,112 m elevation · Africa/Kampala
Distance to capital (Kampala)
168 km
104 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Region
Cities near Budaka
FAQ
What is the population of Budaka?
Budaka has a population of 29,100 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #68 biggest city in Uganda.
What region is Budaka in?
Budaka is located in Eastern Region, Uganda.
Is Budaka the capital of Uganda?
No, the capital of Uganda is Kampala, about 168 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.