Buikwe Population 2026
Buikwe has a population of 18,500, making it the #112 biggest city in 🇺🇬 Uganda, located in Central Region. It is about 91× smaller than Kampala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,500
Rank in Uganda
#112
Coordinates
0.34°N, 33.01°E
~1,230 m elevation · Africa/Kampala
Distance to capital (Kampala)
48 km
30 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Region
Cities near Buikwe
FAQ
What is the population of Buikwe?
Buikwe has a population of 18,500 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #112 biggest city in Uganda.
What region is Buikwe in?
Buikwe is located in Central Region, Uganda.
Is Buikwe the capital of Uganda?
No, the capital of Uganda is Kampala, about 48 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.