Nyeri Population 2026
Nyeri has a population of 80,081, making it the #34 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Nyeri County. Roughly 0.1% of Kenya's population lives here. It is about 55× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
80,081
Rank in Kenya
#34
Coordinates
0.42°S, 36.95°E
~1,812 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
97 km
60 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nyeri County
Cities near Nyeri
FAQ
What is the population of Nyeri?
Nyeri has a population of 80,081 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #34 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Nyeri in?
Nyeri is located in Nyeri County, Kenya.
Is Nyeri the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 97 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.