Parakou's 2026 population is now estimated at 459,283. In 1950, the population of Parakou was 5,567. Parakou has grown by 17,156 in the last year, which represents a 3.88% 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 Parakou, which typically includes Parakou's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.