Nansana Population 2026
Nansana has a population of 532,800, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇺🇬 Uganda, located in Central Region. Roughly 1.0% of Uganda's population lives here. It is about 3.2× smaller than Kampala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
532,800
Rank in Uganda
#2
Coordinates
0.36°N, 32.53°E
~1,218 m elevation · Africa/Kampala
Distance to capital (Kampala)
8 km
5 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Region
Cities near Nansana
FAQ
What is the population of Nansana?
Nansana has a population of 532,800 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Uganda.
What region is Nansana in?
Nansana is located in Central Region, Uganda.
Is Nansana the capital of Uganda?
No, the capital of Uganda is Kampala, about 8 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.