Chingola Population 2026
Chingola has a population of 256,560, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Copperbelt. Roughly 1.1% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 8.6× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
256,560
Rank in Zambia
#7
Coordinates
12.53°S, 27.88°E
~1,363 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
323 km
201 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Copperbelt
Cities near Chingola
FAQ
What is the population of Chingola?
Chingola has a population of 256,560 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Chingola in?
Chingola is located in Copperbelt, Zambia.
Is Chingola the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 323 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.