Wakiso Population 2026
Wakiso has a population of 87,900, making it the #25 biggest city in 🇺🇬 Uganda, located in Central Region. Roughly 0.2% of Uganda's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than Kampala, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
87,900
Rank in Uganda
#25
Coordinates
0.40°N, 32.46°E
~1,204 m elevation · Africa/Kampala
Distance to capital (Kampala)
17 km
11 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Central Region
Cities near Wakiso
FAQ
What is the population of Wakiso?
Wakiso has a population of 87,900 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #25 biggest city in Uganda.
What region is Wakiso in?
Wakiso is located in Central Region, Uganda.
Is Wakiso the capital of Uganda?
No, the capital of Uganda is Kampala, about 17 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.