Bugiri Population 2026
Bugiri has a population of 36,000, making it the #57 biggest city in 🇺🇬 Uganda, located in Eastern Region. Roughly 0.1% of Uganda's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than Kampala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,000
Rank in Uganda
#57
Coordinates
0.57°N, 33.74°E
~1,138 m elevation · Africa/Kampala
Distance to capital (Kampala)
132 km
82 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Region
Cities near Bugiri
FAQ
What is the population of Bugiri?
Bugiri has a population of 36,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #57 biggest city in Uganda.
What region is Bugiri in?
Bugiri is located in Eastern Region, Uganda.
Is Bugiri the capital of Uganda?
No, the capital of Uganda is Kampala, about 132 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.