Nakonde Population 2026
Nakonde has a population of 91,107, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Muchinga. Roughly 0.4% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
91,107
Rank in Zambia
#21
Coordinates
9.34°S, 32.74°E
~1,589 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
830 km
515 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Muchinga
Cities near Nakonde
FAQ
What is the population of Nakonde?
Nakonde has a population of 91,107 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Nakonde in?
Nakonde is located in Muchinga, Zambia.
Is Nakonde the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 830 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.