Cotonou's 2025 population is now estimated at 757,989. In 1950, the population of Cotonou was 20,174. Cotonou has grown by 19,545 in the last year, which represents a 2.65% annual change. These population estimates and projections come from the latest revision of the UN World Urbanization Prospects . These estimates represent the Urban agglomeration of Cotonou, which typically includes Cotonou's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.
| City | 2025 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Abomey-Calavi | 1,375,220 | 4.59% |
| Parakou | 442,127 | 3.99% |
| Djougou | 410,272 | 3.62% |