Lydenburg Population 2026
Lydenburg has a population of 49,605, making it the #122 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Mpumalanga. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 190× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,605
Rank in South Africa
#122
Coordinates
25.10°S, 30.44°E
~1,371 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
238 km
148 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 Lydenburg
- Praktiseer26,675 people · ~58 km away
- Mbombela110,159 people · ~68 km away
- Mkhuhlu42,969 people · ~81 km away
- Barberton67,927 people · ~98 km away
- Matsulu47,306 people · ~103 km away
- Middelburg196,263 people · ~124 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lydenburg?
Lydenburg has a population of 49,605 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #122 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Lydenburg in?
Lydenburg is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
Is Lydenburg the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 238 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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