Kaoma Population 2026
Kaoma has a population of 34,347, making it the #43 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Western Province. Roughly 0.2% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 64× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,347
Rank in Zambia
#43
Coordinates
14.78°S, 24.80°E
~1,126 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
381 km
237 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Province
Cities near Kaoma
FAQ
What is the population of Kaoma?
Kaoma has a population of 34,347 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #43 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Kaoma in?
Kaoma is located in Western Province, Zambia.
Is Kaoma the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 381 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.