Nakuru, Nakuru County

Kenya

Regional capital0.3072° S, 36.0722° E

Nakuru, in Nakuru County, Kenya, is a regional capital. Its population is 570,674.

Population570,674

ProvinceNakuru County

Coordinates0.3072° S, 36.0722° E

CountryKenya

Rank in Kenya#4 of 6,956

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About Nakuru

The geographic coordinates of Nakuru are 0.31° S, 36.07° E, placing it in the Southern Hemisphere. Administratively, it falls within Nakuru County, Kenya.

Out of 6,956 localities in Kenya, Nakuru ranks #4 with 570,674 inhabitants.

Cities in Nakuru County

Within the Nakuru County region of Kenya, Nakuru stands alongside cities like Naivasha, Gilgil, Molo. Nakuru has 570,674 inhabitants.

Naivasha198,444 Gilgil60,711 Molo48,356 Njoro42,173 Rongai30,471 Elburgon28,359 Maai Mahiu20,823 Mai20,823 Mau Narok11,806 Subukia10,344

Universities in Nakuru

Nakuru is home to 1 universities and higher education institutions.

University	Founded	Type	QS
Egerton University	1987	—	—

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#1 Nairobi4,397,073 #2 Kakamega1,867,579 #3 Mombasa1,208,333 #4 Nakuru570,674 #5 Ruiru490,120

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Nakuru?

Nakuru has a population of 570,674. It ranks #4 in Kenya by population.

What province or state is Nakuru in?

Nakuru is located in Nakuru County, Kenya.

Where is Nakuru located?

Nakuru is located at coordinates 0.31° S, 36.07° E in Nakuru County, Kenya.

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