Lugazi Population 2026
Lugazi has a population of 128,400, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇺🇬 Uganda, located in Central Region. Roughly 0.2% of Uganda's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Kampala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
128,400
Rank in Uganda
#13
Coordinates
0.37°N, 32.94°E
~1,208 m elevation · Africa/Kampala
Distance to capital (Kampala)
40 km
25 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Region
Cities near Lugazi
FAQ
What is the population of Lugazi?
Lugazi has a population of 128,400 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Uganda.
What region is Lugazi in?
Lugazi is located in Central Region, Uganda.
Is Lugazi the capital of Uganda?
No, the capital of Uganda is Kampala, about 40 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.