Karatina Population 2026
Karatina has a population of 23,552, making it the #91 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Nyeri County. It is about 187× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,552
Rank in Kenya
#91
Coordinates
0.48°S, 37.13°E
~1,766 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
95 km
59 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nyeri County
Cities near Karatina
FAQ
What is the population of Karatina?
Karatina has a population of 23,552 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #91 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Karatina in?
Karatina is located in Nyeri County, Kenya.
Is Karatina the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 95 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.