Largest Cities in Guinea-Bissau

Top 23 cities ranked by largest cities

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Largest Cities — Guinea-Bissau

1 Bissau 11 439,704

2 Gabú 10 49,371

3 Bafatá 01 33,502

4 Xitole 01 19,424

5 Canchungo 06 13,652

6 Bissorã 04 12,688

7 Jabicunda 12,395

8 Madina do Boé 10 11,750

9 Bolama 05 10,769

10 Cacheu 06 10,490

11 Bula 06 10,213

12 Farim 04 10,207

13 Catió 07 9,898

14 Mansôa 04 9,422

15 Bubaque 05 9,244

16 Ingoré 06 9,189

17 Buba 02 8,952

18 Bambadinca 01 7,620

19 Quebo 07 7,072

20 Quinhámel 12 6,602

21 São Domingos 06 6,004

22 Mansabá 04 5,964

23 Pitche 10 5,655

The largest cities in Guinea-Bissau represent major centers of economic activity, cultural influence, and population growth. Bissau leads with a population of 439,704, followed by Gabú and Bafatá. These cities serve as hubs for employment, education, and innovation, attracting residents from across the country and around the world.

Population size is a key indicator of a city's economic influence and infrastructure capacity. Larger cities typically offer more diverse job markets, extensive public transit systems, and a wider range of cultural amenities. 10 dominates the top 10 with 2 cities on the list, reflecting the state's strong economic pull and quality of life.

While large populations bring economic advantages, they also present challenges including higher costs of living, traffic congestion, and housing affordability concerns. Many of these cities have experienced significant growth over the past decade, driven by job opportunities in technology, healthcare, and professional services.

Did You Know?

1. Bissau's population is larger than that of many small nations.
2. 10 has 2 cities in the top 10, more than any other state.
3. The top 5 cities combined have a population of 555,653.

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