Middelburg Population 2026
Middelburg has a population of 196,263, making it the #35 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Mpumalanga. Roughly 0.3% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
196,263
Rank in South Africa
#35
Coordinates
25.78°S, 29.46°E
~1,479 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
128 km
79 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mpumalanga
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Emalahleni | 373,403 | #20 |
| eMbalenhle | 142,443 | #46 |
| Somaroboro | 114,369 | #60 |
| Mbombela | 110,159 | #63 |
| Standerton | 101,101 | #68 |
| Ermelo | 100,324 | #70 |
| Delmas | 92,046 | #75 |
| Piet Retief | 84,349 | #84 |
Cities near Middelburg
- Emalahleni373,403 people · ~26 km away
- Kwaggafontein54,040 people · ~72 km away
- Ekangala58,099 people · ~75 km away
- Bethal72,821 people · ~76 km away
- Somaroboro114,369 people · ~79 km away
- Delmas92,046 people · ~88 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Middelburg?
Middelburg has a population of 196,263 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #35 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Middelburg in?
Middelburg is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
Is Middelburg the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 128 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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