Mufulira Population 2026
Mufulira has a population of 169,136, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Copperbelt. Roughly 0.8% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
169,136
Rank in Zambia
#12
Coordinates
12.55°S, 28.24°E
~1,285 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
318 km
197 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Copperbelt
Cities near Mufulira
FAQ
What is the population of Mufulira?
Mufulira has a population of 169,136 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Mufulira in?
Mufulira is located in Copperbelt, Zambia.
Is Mufulira the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 318 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.