Middelburg Population 2026
Middelburg has a population of 22,380, making it the #215 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Eastern Cape. It is about 421× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,380
Rank in South Africa
#215
Coordinates
31.49°S, 25.01°E
~1,253 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
710 km
441 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 Middelburg
- Cradock43,936 people · ~94 km away
- Graaff Reinet62,896 people · ~96 km away
- De Aar32,318 people · ~133 km away
- Burgersdorp19,159 people · ~137 km away
- Queenstown118,599 people · ~182 km away
- Aliwal North44,436 people · ~185 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Middelburg?
Middelburg has a population of 22,380 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #215 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Middelburg in?
Middelburg is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa.
Is Middelburg the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 710 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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