Oldest Cities in Democratic Republic of the Congo

Top 100 cities ranked by oldest cities

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All Countries · Democratic Republic of the Congo

Oldest Cities — Democratic Republic of the Congo

1 Aketi 13 16.9

2 Aru 17 16.9

3 Babamba 30 16.9

4 Bakwa 16 16.9

5 Bandundu Province 20 16.9

6 Basankusu 02 16.9

7 Basoko 30 16.9

8 Baudhuinville 29 16.9

9 Beni 11 16.9

10 Binga 25 16.9

11 Boende 31 16.9

12 Bolenge 02 16.9

13 Bolobo 24 16.9

14 Boma 08 16.9

15 Bondo 13 16.9

16 Bosobolo 26 16.9

17 Bukama 15 16.9

18 Bukavu 12 16.9

19 Bulungu 20 16.9

20 Bumba 25 16.9

21 Bunia 17 16.9

22 Businga 26 16.9

23 Buta 13 16.9

24 Butembo 11 16.9

25 Demba 23 16.9

26 Dibaya-Lubwe 20 16.9

27 Djugu 17 16.9

28 Dungu 24 16.9

29 Fungurume 22 16.9

30 Gandajika 21 16.9

31 Gbadolite 26 16.9

32 Gemena 28 16.9

33 Goma 11 16.9

34 Hyosha 11 16.9

35 Idiofa 20 16.9

36 Ilebo 18 16.9

37 Inkisi 08 16.9

38 Inongo 24 16.9

39 Isamba 18 16.9

40 Isiro 16 16.9

41 Kabalo 29 16.9

42 Kabare 12 16.9

43 Kabeya-Kamwanga 04 16.9

44 Kabinda 21 16.9

45 Kalemie 29 16.9

46 Kalima 29 16.9

47 Kambove 14 16.9

48 Kamina 15 16.9

49 Kampene 10 16.9

50 Kananga 23 16.9

51 Kanyama 15 16.9

52 Kanyobagonga 11 16.9

53 Kasangulu 08 16.9

54 Kasongo 10 16.9

55 Kasongo-Lunda 19 16.9

56 Katanda 11 16.9

57 Katwa 11 16.9

58 Kayna 11 16.9

59 Kenge 08 16.9

60 Kikwit 20 16.9

61 Kimpese 08 16.9

62 Kindu 10 16.9

63 Kinshasa 06 16.9

64 Kipamba 15 16.9

65 Kipushi 14 16.9

66 Kirumba 11 16.9

67 Kisangani 30 16.9

68 Kituku 29 16.9

69 Kolwezi 22 16.9

70 Kongolo 29 16.9

71 Kutu 24 16.9

72 Libenge 28 16.9

73 Likasi 14 16.9

74 Lisala 25 16.9

75 Lodja 27 16.9

76 Lubao 21 16.9

77 Lubero 11 16.9

78 Lubumbashi 14 16.9

79 Luebo 18 16.9

80 Lukolela 02 16.9

81 Lukula 27 16.9

82 Luputa 21 16.9

83 Lusambo 27 16.9

84 Malemba 22 16.9

85 Malemba-Nkulu 15 16.9

86 Mangai 20 16.9

87 Mangbwalu 17 16.9

88 Mangina 11 16.9

89 Manono 29 16.9

90 Masi-Manimba 20 16.9

91 Masina 06 16.9

92 Matadi 08 16.9

93 Mbandaka 02 16.9

94 Mbanza-Ngungu 08 16.9

95 Mbuji-Mayi 04 16.9

96 Miabi 04 16.9

97 Moanda 08 16.9

98 Mokambo 14 16.9

99 Mulongo 15 16.9

100 Mushie 24 16.9

Cities with the oldest median ages in Democratic Republic of the Congo often serve as popular retirement destinations or established communities with stable, long-term residents. Aketi has a median age of 16.9 years.

Older median ages can indicate strong healthcare systems, quality of life factors that encourage aging in place, or communities that are particularly attractive to retirees. These cities often feature robust healthcare infrastructure and senior services.

Communities with older populations face unique planning challenges including healthcare capacity, accessibility, transportation for non-drivers, and maintaining a tax base as the workforce ages. Many are adapting their infrastructure and services to meet these evolving needs.

Did You Know?

1. Half of Aketi's residents are over 16.9 years old.
2. Popular retirement destinations in Florida, Arizona, and the Carolinas dominate this list.
3. Cities with older populations typically have higher rates of homeownership and longer average residency periods.

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