Beaufort West Population 2026
Beaufort West has a population of 44,737, making it the #132 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Western Cape. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 211× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,737
Rank in South Africa
#132
Coordinates
32.36°S, 22.58°E
~849 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
915 km
568 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Western Cape
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Cape Town | 4,772,846 | #2 |
| Paarl | 236,910 | #30 |
| Somerset West | 225,289 | #33 |
| George | 188,580 | #36 |
| Worcester | 127,597 | #53 |
| Stellenbosch | 96,228 | #71 |
| Atlantis | 82,736 | #86 |
| Mossel Bay | 78,940 | #87 |
Cities near Beaufort West
- Oudtshoorn73,694 people · ~143 km away
- George188,580 people · ~179 km away
- Graaff Reinet62,896 people · ~183 km away
- Knysna68,659 people · ~192 km away
- Plettenberg Bay38,126 people · ~202 km away
- Mossel Bay78,940 people · ~207 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Beaufort West?
Beaufort West has a population of 44,737 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #132 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Beaufort West in?
Beaufort West is located in Western Cape, South Africa.
Is Beaufort West the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 915 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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