Fort Portal Population 2026
Fort Portal has a population of 60,800, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇺🇬 Uganda, located in Western Region. Roughly 0.1% of Uganda's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Kampala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
60,800
Rank in Uganda
#37
Coordinates
0.66°N, 30.27°E
~1,518 m elevation · Africa/Kampala
Distance to capital (Kampala)
259 km
161 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Region
| City | Population | Rank in Uganda |
|---|---|---|
| Mbarara | 221,300 | #6 |
| Hoima | 122,700 | #14 |
| Ibanda | 117,700 | #17 |
| Kasese | 115,400 | #19 |
| Masindi | 110,500 | #21 |
| Rutoma | 86,100 | #26 |
| Bwizibwera | 79,157 | #27 |
| Nakivale Refugee Camp | 68,400 | #30 |
Cities near Fort Portal
FAQ
What is the population of Fort Portal?
Fort Portal has a population of 60,800 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in Uganda.
What region is Fort Portal in?
Fort Portal is located in Western Region, Uganda.
Is Fort Portal the capital of Uganda?
No, the capital of Uganda is Kampala, about 259 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.