Matam Population 2026
Matam has a population of 27,695, making it the #42 biggest city in 🇸🇳 Senegal, located in Matam. Roughly 0.1% of Senegal's population lives here. It is about 96× smaller than Dakar, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,695
Rank in Senegal
#42
Coordinates
15.66°N, 13.26°W
~22 m elevation · Africa/Dakar
Distance to capital (Dakar)
462 km
287 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Matam
| City | Population | Rank in Senegal |
|---|---|---|
| Ouro Sogui | 27,222 | #44 |
| Kanel | 15,244 | #64 |
| Thilogne | 15,044 | #65 |
Cities near Matam
- Ouro Sogui27,222 people · ~9 km away
- Kanel15,244 people · ~20 km away
- Thilogne15,044 people · ~52 km away
- Ndioum20,270 people · ~177 km away
- Linguère19,191 people · ~202 km away
- Tambacounda149,071 people · ~214 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Matam?
Matam has a population of 27,695 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #42 biggest city in Senegal.
What region is Matam in?
Matam is located in Matam, Senegal.
Is Matam the capital of Senegal?
No, the capital of Senegal is Dakar, about 462 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.
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