Lusaka West Population 2026
Lusaka West has a population of 21,655, making it the #61 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Lusaka Province. Roughly 0.1% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 102× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,655
Rank in Zambia
#61
Coordinates
15.32°S, 28.11°E
~1,175 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
21 km
13 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Lusaka Province
| City | Population | Rank in Zambia |
|---|---|---|
| Lusaka | 2,212,301 | #1 |
| Chunga | 115,539 | #13 |
| Kafue | 104,174 | #17 |
| Namalombwe | 97,758 | #20 |
| Madido | 80,782 | #23 |
| Chongwe | 57,443 | #28 |
| Chilanga Township | 54,046 | #30 |
| Chisankane | 41,014 | #37 |
Cities near Lusaka West
- Namalombwe97,758 people · ~12 km away
- Chunga115,539 people · ~17 km away
- Lusaka2,212,301 people · ~21 km away
- Madido80,782 people · ~29 km away
- Nampundwe16,396 people · ~29 km away
- Chisankane41,014 people · ~32 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lusaka West?
Lusaka West has a population of 21,655 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #61 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Lusaka West in?
Lusaka West is located in Lusaka Province, Zambia.
Is Lusaka West the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 21 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.