El Wak Population 2026
El Wak has a population of 60,732, making it the #48 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Mandera County. Roughly 0.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 72× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
60,732
Rank in Kenya
#48
Coordinates
2.81°N, 40.93°E
~384 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
645 km
401 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mandera County
Cities near El Wak
FAQ
What is the population of El Wak?
El Wak has a population of 60,732 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #48 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is El Wak in?
El Wak is located in Mandera County, Kenya.
Is El Wak the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 645 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.