Odendaalsrus Population 2026
Odendaalsrus has a population of 76,371, making it the #89 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Free State. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 123× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
76,371
Rank in South Africa
#89
Coordinates
27.87°S, 26.69°E
~1,339 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
279 km
173 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Free State
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Bloemfontein | 556,637 | #11 |
| Welkom | 431,944 | #16 |
| Botshabelo | 309,714 | #23 |
| Sasolburg | 135,828 | #51 |
| Virginia | 122,502 | #55 |
| Kroonstad | 117,152 | #59 |
| Kutloanong | 95,008 | #72 |
| Bethlehem | 91,075 | #77 |
Cities near Odendaalsrus
- Kutloanong95,008 people · ~7 km away
- Welkom431,944 people · ~12 km away
- Virginia122,502 people · ~31 km away
- Bothaville71,934 people · ~54 km away
- Kroonstad117,152 people · ~59 km away
- Viljoenskroon54,955 people · ~78 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Odendaalsrus?
Odendaalsrus has a population of 76,371 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #89 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Odendaalsrus in?
Odendaalsrus is located in Free State, South Africa.
Is Odendaalsrus the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 279 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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