Bissau's 2025 population is now estimated at 709,092. In 1950, the population of Bissau was 18,336. Bissau has grown by 22,469 in the last year, which represents a 3.27% 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 Bissau, which typically includes Bissau's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.
| City | 2025 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Bafata | 22,521 | |
| Gabu | 14,430 | |
| Bissora | 12,688 | |
| Bolama | 10,769 | |
| Cacheu | 10,490 |