Mansa Population 2026
Mansa has a population of 170,965, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Luapula Province. Roughly 0.8% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
170,965
Rank in Zambia
#11
Coordinates
11.20°S, 28.89°E
~1,216 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
472 km
293 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Luapula Province
| City | Population | Rank in Zambia |
|---|---|---|
| Nchelenge | 77,746 | #24 |
| Samfya | 51,309 | #31 |
| Kawambwa | 31,161 | #45 |
| Mwansabombwe | 16,077 | #73 |
| Chiengi | 15,165 | #76 |
Cities near Mansa
- Samfya51,309 people · ~75 km away
- Luwingu28,436 people · ~154 km away
- Mwansabombwe16,077 people · ~154 km away
- Kawambwa31,161 people · ~158 km away
- Mufulira169,136 people · ~166 km away
- Chililabombwe113,876 people · ~174 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mansa?
Mansa has a population of 170,965 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Mansa in?
Mansa is located in Luapula Province, Zambia.
Is Mansa the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 472 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.