Chinsali Population 2026
Chinsali has a population of 38,805, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Muchinga. Roughly 0.2% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 57× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,805
Rank in Zambia
#39
Coordinates
10.54°S, 32.08°E
~1,286 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
679 km
422 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Muchinga
Cities near Chinsali
FAQ
What is the population of Chinsali?
Chinsali has a population of 38,805 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Chinsali in?
Chinsali is located in Muchinga, Zambia.
Is Chinsali the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 679 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.