Goma's 2026 population is now estimated at 858,217. In 1950, the population of Goma was 5,123. Goma has grown by 38,363 in the last year, which represents a 4.68% 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 Goma, which typically includes Goma'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% |
| Bunia | 944,205 | 4.87% |
| 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% |