Bunia's 2026 population is now estimated at 944,205. In 1950, the population of Bunia was 6,223. Bunia has grown by 43,854 in the last year, which represents a 4.87% 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 Bunia, which typically includes Bunia's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.
| City | 2026 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Kinshasa | 18,552,800 | 4.35% |
| Mbuji-Mayi | 3,298,080 | 4.42% |
| Lubumbashi | 3,193,860 | 4.33% |
| Kananga | 1,895,450 | 4.39% |
| Kisangani | 1,612,770 | 4.27% |
| Bukavu | 1,431,660 | 4.54% |
| Tshikapa | 1,241,230 | 4.66% |
| Goma | 858,217 | 4.68% |
| Uvira | 796,343 | 4.66% |
| Likasi | 703,334 | 4.04% |
| Kabinda | 673,089 | 5.16% |
| Kikwit | 640,934 | 4.18% |
| Kolwezi | 574,998 | 3.59% |
| Mbandaka | 557,206 | 4.15% |
| Matadi | 484,778 | 4.08% |