Warrenton Population 2026
Warrenton has a population of 17,946, making it the #261 biggest city in 🇿🇦 South Africa, located in Northern Cape. It is about 525× smaller than Johannesburg, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,946
Rank in South Africa
#261
Coordinates
28.11°S, 24.85°E
~1,190 m elevation · Africa/Johannesburg
Distance to capital (Pretoria)
423 km
263 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 |
| Postmasburg | 30,089 | #181 |
| Pampierstad | 21,707 | #221 |
Cities near Warrenton
- Christiana25,019 people · ~38 km away
- Pampierstad21,707 people · ~40 km away
- Kimberley142,089 people · ~69 km away
- Bloemhof33,432 people · ~91 km away
- Schweizer-Reneke70,214 people · ~113 km away
- Vryburg55,879 people · ~129 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Warrenton?
Warrenton has a population of 17,946 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #261 biggest city in South Africa.
What region is Warrenton in?
Warrenton is located in Northern Cape, South Africa.
Is Warrenton the capital of South Africa?
No, the capital of South Africa is Pretoria, about 423 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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