Ethiopia's Largest City: Addis Ababa

Most Populous City in Ethiopia

Addis Ababa is the most populous city in Ethiopia, with a metropolitan population exceeding 3.5 million (recent estimates suggest 4–5 million in the greater area).

Key Facts

• Status: Capital of Ethiopia and the African Union headquarters.
• Elevation: 2,355 m (7,726 ft) — 3rd highest capital in the world.
• Role: Political, economic, cultural, and diplomatic hub of the country.
• Growth: One of Africa's fastest-growing cities; major construction, light rail, and industrial expansion underway.

Other major cities (Dire Dawa, Mekelle, Gondar, Bahir Dar) are significantly smaller, each under 500,000.