Lamu Population 2026
Lamu has a population of 25,385, making it the #86 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Lamu. It is about 173× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,385
Rank in Kenya
#86
Coordinates
2.27°S, 40.90°E
~14 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
467 km
290 miles, straight line
Cities near Lamu
FAQ
What is the population of Lamu?
Lamu has a population of 25,385 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #86 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Lamu in?
Lamu is located in Lamu, Kenya.
Is Lamu the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 467 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.