Ndola Population 2026
Ndola has a population of 627,503, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Copperbelt. Roughly 2.8% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 3.5× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
627,503
Rank in Zambia
#3
Coordinates
12.96°S, 28.64°E
~1,307 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
275 km
171 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Copperbelt
Cities near Ndola
FAQ
What is the population of Ndola?
Ndola has a population of 627,503 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Ndola in?
Ndola is located in Copperbelt, Zambia.
Is Ndola the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 275 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.