Burgersdorp Population 2026
Burgersdorp has a population of 19,159, making it the #245 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Eastern Cape. It is about 492× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,159
Rank in South Africa
#245
Coordinates
31.00°S, 26.33°E
~1,405 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
612 km
380 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Cape
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Gqeberha | 1,050,078 | #6 |
| East London | 478,676 | #13 |
| Kariega | 291,052 | #25 |
| Mdantsane | 205,504 | #34 |
| Mthatha | 164,848 | #39 |
| Bhisho | 137,287 | #50 |
| Queenstown | 118,599 | #58 |
| Qonce | 93,072 | #74 |
Cities near Burgersdorp
- Aliwal North44,436 people · ~50 km away
- Zastron18,699 people · ~106 km away
- Queenstown118,599 people · ~113 km away
- Lady Frere25,041 people · ~116 km away
- Middelburg22,380 people · ~137 km away
- Whittlesea33,844 people · ~139 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Burgersdorp?
Burgersdorp has a population of 19,159 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #245 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Burgersdorp in?
Burgersdorp is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Is Burgersdorp the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 612 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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