Mpika Population 2026
Mpika has a population of 63,740, making it the #25 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Muchinga. Roughly 0.3% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
63,740
Rank in Zambia
#25
Coordinates
11.83°S, 31.45°E
~1,428 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
524 km
325 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Muchinga
Cities near Mpika
FAQ
What is the population of Mpika?
Mpika has a population of 63,740 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #25 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Mpika in?
Mpika is located in Muchinga, Zambia.
Is Mpika the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 524 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.