Bethal Population 2026
Bethal has a population of 72,821, making it the #91 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Mpumalanga. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 129× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
72,821
Rank in South Africa
#91
Coordinates
26.46°S, 29.47°E
~1,661 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
150 km
93 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mpumalanga
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Emalahleni | 373,403 | #20 |
| Middelburg | 196,263 | #35 |
| eMbalenhle | 142,443 | #46 |
| Somaroboro | 114,369 | #60 |
| Mbombela | 110,159 | #63 |
| Standerton | 101,101 | #68 |
| Ermelo | 100,324 | #70 |
| Delmas | 92,046 | #75 |
Cities near Bethal
- eMbalenhle142,443 people · ~41 km away
- Ermelo100,324 people · ~52 km away
- Standerton101,101 people · ~57 km away
- Emalahleni373,403 people · ~69 km away
- Middelburg196,263 people · ~76 km away
- Delmas92,046 people · ~85 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bethal?
Bethal has a population of 72,821 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #91 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Bethal in?
Bethal is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
Is Bethal the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 150 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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