Takaba Population 2026
Takaba has a population of 21,517, making it the #99 biggest city in 🇰🇪 Kenya, located in Mandera County. It is about 204× smaller than Nairobi, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,517
Rank in Kenya
#99
Coordinates
3.36°N, 40.22°E
~598 m elevation · Africa/Nairobi
Distance to capital (Nairobi)
640 km
397 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mandera County
Cities near Takaba
FAQ
What is the population of Takaba?
Takaba has a population of 21,517 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #99 biggest city in Kenya.
What region is Takaba in?
Takaba is located in Mandera County, Kenya.
Is Takaba the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi, about 640 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.