Kira Population 2026
Kira has a population of 462,900, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇺🇬 Uganda, located in Central Region. Roughly 0.9% of Uganda's population lives here. It is about 3.6× smaller than Kampala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
462,900
Rank in Uganda
#3
Coordinates
0.40°N, 32.63°E
~1,168 m elevation · Africa/Kampala
Distance to capital (Kampala)
11 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Region
Cities near Kira
FAQ
What is the population of Kira?
Kira has a population of 462,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Uganda.
What region is Kira in?
Kira is located in Central Region, Uganda.
Is Kira the capital of Uganda?
No, the capital of Uganda is Kampala, about 11 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.