Bobo-Dioulasso Population 2026
Bobo-Dioulasso has a population of 904,920, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇧🇫 Burkina Faso, located in Hauts-Bassins. Roughly 3.7% of Burkina Faso's population lives here. It is about 2.7× smaller than Ouagadougou, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
904,920
Rank in Burkina Faso
#2
Coordinates
11.18°N, 4.29°W
~453 m elevation · Africa/Ouagadougou
Distance to capital (Ouagadougou)
328 km
204 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hauts-Bassins
| City | Population | Rank in Burkina Faso |
|---|---|---|
| Houndé | 87,151 | #9 |
| Orodara | 33,422 | #28 |
| Karankasso | 15,474 | #68 |
Cities near Bobo-Dioulasso
FAQ
What is the population of Bobo-Dioulasso?
Bobo-Dioulasso has a population of 904,920 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Burkina Faso.
What region is Bobo-Dioulasso in?
Bobo-Dioulasso is located in Hauts-Bassins, Burkina Faso.
Is Bobo-Dioulasso the capital of Burkina Faso?
No, the capital of Burkina Faso is Ouagadougou, about 328 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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