Postmasburg Population 2026
Postmasburg has a population of 30,089, making it the #181 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Northern Cape. It is about 313× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,089
Rank in South Africa
#181
Coordinates
28.33°S, 23.07°E
~1,305 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
583 km
362 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Cape
| City | Population | Rank in South Africa |
|---|---|---|
| Kimberley | 142,089 | #47 |
| Upington | 71,373 | #94 |
| De Aar | 32,318 | #171 |
| Pampierstad | 21,707 | #221 |
| Warrenton | 17,946 | #261 |
Cities near Postmasburg
- Pampierstad21,707 people · ~171 km away
- Kimberley142,089 people · ~172 km away
- Warrenton17,946 people · ~176 km away
- Upington71,373 people · ~177 km away
- Christiana25,019 people · ~211 km away
- Vryburg55,879 people · ~224 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Postmasburg?
Postmasburg has a population of 30,089 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #181 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Postmasburg in?
Postmasburg is located in Northern Cape, South Africa.
Is Postmasburg the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 583 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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