Mombasa, Kenya
Major city · Population 1.2M
Mombasa is the 3rd largest city in Kenya with a population of approximately 1,208,333 people as of 2026. This makes it the 427th largest city in the world, accounting for 2.27% of Kenya's total population of 53.3M. Mombasa is classified as a major city and operates in the Africa/Nairobi timezone.
Population
1,208,333
Global Rank
#427
Country Rank
#3
% of Kenya
2.27%
Mombasa on the Map
Kenya at a Glance
Country Population
53,330,978
Capital
Nairobi
Region
Eastern Africa
Major Cities
29
GDP per Capita
$2,132
Life Expectancy
63.6 years
Urban Population
31.9%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Kenya
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Mombasa with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jomvu | 163,415 | 10 km |
| Matuga | 194,252 | 16 km |
| Malindi | 119,859 | 106 km |
| Tanga | 393,429 | 129 km |
| Handeni | 108,968 | 238 km |
| Zanzibar | 709,809 | 240 km |
| Moshi | 221,733 | 270 km |
| Dar es Salaam | 5,383,728 | 311 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Mombasa?
The population of Mombasa, Kenya is approximately 1,208,333 people, making it the 427th largest city in the world and the 3rd largest in Kenya.
Is Mombasa the capital of Kenya?
No, the capital of Kenya is Nairobi. Mombasa is the 3rd largest city in the country.
What timezone is Mombasa in?
Mombasa is in the Africa/Nairobi timezone.