Nyimba Population 2026
Nyimba has a population of 19,252, making it the #67 biggest city in 🇿🇲 Zambia, located in Eastern Province. Roughly 0.1% of Zambia's population lives here. It is about 115× smaller than Lusaka, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,252
Rank in Zambia
#67
Coordinates
14.56°S, 30.81°E
~716 m elevation · Africa/Lusaka
Distance to capital (Lusaka)
288 km
179 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Province
Cities near Nyimba
FAQ
What is the population of Nyimba?
Nyimba has a population of 19,252 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #67 biggest city in Zambia.
What region is Nyimba in?
Nyimba is located in Eastern Province, Zambia.
Is Nyimba the capital of Zambia?
No, the capital of Zambia is Lusaka, about 288 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.