Nioro Population 2026
Nioro has a population of 51,933, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇲🇱 Mali, located in Kayes. Roughly 0.2% of Mali's population lives here. It is about 81× smaller than Bamako, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
51,933
Rank in Mali
#19
Coordinates
15.23°N, 9.59°W
~215 m elevation · Africa/Bamako
Distance to capital (Bamako)
340 km
211 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kayes
Cities near Nioro
FAQ
What is the population of Nioro?
Nioro has a population of 51,933 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Mali.
What region is Nioro in?
Nioro is located in Kayes, Mali.
Is Nioro the capital of Mali?
No, the capital of Mali is Bamako, about 340 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.