Chiredzi Population 2026
Chiredzi has a population of 40,100, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇿🇼 Zimbabwe, located in Masvingo Province. Roughly 0.2% of Zimbabwe's population lives here. It is about 38× smaller than Harare, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,100
Rank in Zimbabwe
#18
Coordinates
21.05°S, 31.67°E
~436 m elevation · Africa/Harare
Distance to capital (Harare)
364 km
226 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Masvingo Province
| City | Population | Rank in Zimbabwe |
|---|---|---|
| Masvingo | 90,286 | #10 |
| Zvishavane | 59,717 | #14 |
Cities near Chiredzi
- Chipinge34,959 people · ~138 km away
- Masvingo90,286 people · ~140 km away
- Zvishavane59,717 people · ~185 km away
- Beitbridge58,574 people · ~216 km away
- Shurugwi23,304 people · ~231 km away
- Mutare224,802 people · ~254 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chiredzi?
Chiredzi has a population of 40,100 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Zimbabwe.
What region is Chiredzi in?
Chiredzi is located in Masvingo Province, Zimbabwe.
Is Chiredzi the capital of Zimbabwe?
No, the capital of Zimbabwe is Harare, about 364 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.
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