Piet Retief Population 2026
Piet Retief has a population of 84,349, making it the #84 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Mpumalanga. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 112× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
84,349
Rank in South Africa
#84
Coordinates
27.01°S, 30.81°E
~1,251 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
297 km
184 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 Piet Retief
FAQ
What is the population of Piet Retief?
Piet Retief has a population of 84,349 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #84 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Piet Retief in?
Piet Retief is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
Is Piet Retief the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 297 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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