Kitui Population 2026
Kitui has a population of 29,062, making it the #82 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Kitui County. It is about 151× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,062
Rank in Kenya
#82
Coordinates
1.37°S, 38.01°E
~1,154 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
133 km
83 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kitui County
| City | Population | Rank in Kenya |
|---|---|---|
| Mwingi | 17,025 | #111 |
Cities near Kitui
FAQ
What is the population of Kitui?
Kitui has a population of 29,062 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #82 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Kitui in?
Kitui is located in Kitui County, Kenya.
Is Kitui the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 133 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.