Livingstone Population 2026
Livingstone has a population of 178,361, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Southern Province. Roughly 0.8% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
178,361
Rank in Zambia
#10
Coordinates
17.84°S, 25.85°E
~969 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
375 km
233 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Southern Province
Cities near Livingstone
FAQ
What is the population of Livingstone?
Livingstone has a population of 178,361 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Livingstone in?
Livingstone is located in Southern Province, Zambia.
Is Livingstone the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 375 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.