Standerton Population 2026
Standerton has a population of 101,101, making it the #68 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Mpumalanga. Roughly 0.2% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 93× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
101,101
Rank in South Africa
#68
Coordinates
26.93°S, 29.24°E
~1,569 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
169 km
105 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 |
| Ermelo | 100,324 | #70 |
| Delmas | 92,046 | #75 |
| Piet Retief | 84,349 | #84 |
Cities near Standerton
- eMbalenhle142,443 people · ~48 km away
- Bethal72,821 people · ~57 km away
- Ermelo100,324 people · ~86 km away
- Heidelberg85,858 people · ~100 km away
- Delmas92,046 people · ~104 km away
- Newcastle404,838 people · ~114 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Standerton?
Standerton has a population of 101,101 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #68 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Standerton in?
Standerton is located in Mpumalanga, South Africa.
Is Standerton the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 169 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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