Monrovia, Liberia
Capital city · Population 1.5M
Monrovia is the capital and the largest city in Liberia with a population of approximately 1,542,549 people as of 2026. This makes it the 300th largest city in the world, accounting for 27.48% of Liberia's total population of 5.6M. Monrovia is classified as a major city and operates in the Africa/Monrovia timezone. The average annual temperature is 26.3°C with 3,368 mm of rainfall per year. The city sits at an elevation of 23 meters above sea level.
Population
1,542,549
Global Rank
#300
Country Rank
#1
% of Liberia
27.48%
Avg Temperature
26.3°C
Annual Rainfall
3,368 mm
Elevation
23 m
Timezone
Africa/Monrovia
Monrovia on the Map
Climate in Monrovia
Monrovia's warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Sep. The wettest month is Aug with 718 mm of rainfall.
Average Monthly Temperature
Monthly Rainfall
Liberia at a Glance
Country Population
5,612,817
Capital
Monrovia
Region
Western Africa
Major Cities
1
GDP per Capita
$852
Life Expectancy
62.2 years
Urban Population
55.5%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Monrovia with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kenema | 143,137 | 181 km |
| Bo | 174,354 | 212 km |
| Koidu | 124,662 | 261 km |
| Nzérékoré | 226,426 | 272 km |
| Kissidougou | 116,019 | 330 km |
| Freetown | 802,639 | 363 km |
| Man | 241,969 | 379 km |
| Duekoué | 117,023 | 384 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Monrovia?
The population of Monrovia, Liberia is approximately 1,542,549 people, making it the 300th largest city in the world and the 1st largest in Liberia.
Is Monrovia the capital of Liberia?
Yes, Monrovia is the capital of Liberia.
What is the climate like in Monrovia?
Monrovia has an average annual temperature of 26.3°C and receives 3,368 mm of rainfall per year. The warmest month is Feb and the coldest is Sep.
What timezone is Monrovia in?
Monrovia is in the Africa/Monrovia timezone.