Ermelo Population 2026
Ermelo has a population of 100,324, making it the #70 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Mpumalanga. Roughly 0.2% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 94× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
100,324
Rank in South Africa
#70
Coordinates
26.53°S, 29.98°E
~1,700 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
200 km
124 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 |
| Delmas | 92,046 | #75 |
| Piet Retief | 84,349 | #84 |
Cities near Ermelo
- Bethal72,821 people · ~52 km away
- Standerton101,101 people · ~86 km away
- eMbalenhle142,443 people · ~91 km away
- Piet Retief84,349 people · ~98 km away
- Middelburg196,263 people · ~99 km away
- Emalahleni373,403 people · ~105 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ermelo?
Ermelo has a population of 100,324 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #70 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Ermelo in?
Ermelo is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
Is Ermelo the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 200 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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