Viljoenskroon Population 2026
Viljoenskroon has a population of 54,955, making it the #111 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Free State. Roughly 0.1% of South Africa's population lives here. It is about 171× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,955
Rank in South Africa
#111
Coordinates
27.21°S, 26.95°E
~1,345 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
204 km
127 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 Viljoenskroon
- Orkney110,052 people · ~37 km away
- Bothaville71,934 people · ~38 km away
- Stilfontein93,110 people · ~44 km away
- Klerksdorp227,039 people · ~48 km away
- Potchefstroom178,285 people · ~57 km away
- Kroonstad117,152 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Viljoenskroon?
Viljoenskroon has a population of 54,955 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #111 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Viljoenskroon in?
Viljoenskroon is located in Free State, South Africa.
Is Viljoenskroon the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 204 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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