Mumbai

India

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Mumbai is the capital city of India with a population of 15,414,288 inhabitants, making it one of the world's largest megacities. Discover its history, landmarks, and cultural heritage.

Notable personalities born in Mumbai include: Rudyard Kipling, Salman Rushdie.

Mumbai in India

Population 15,414,288 inhabitants
Area 603.0 km²
Elevation 14 m
Density 25,563 inh./km²
Coordinates 19.1° N
72.9° E

Mumbai Population Evolution

The population of Mumbai in 2026 is estimated to 18,810,760 inhabitants. This estimate is taken from our extrapolation of available data and not an official estimate.

Population Summary

Year Population Change
2011 12,442,373
2018 15,414,288 +23.9%

Interactive Map of Mumbai

📍 Points of Interest

What to see in Mumbai

Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

Taj Mahal Palace Hotel

Antilia

Haji Ali Dargah

Lodha World One

Wankhede Stadium

India Tower

Bandra–Worli Sea Link

Nhava Sheva

Leopold Cafe

Famous People Born in Mumbai

Rudyard Kipling

screenwriter
Born 1865 - Died 1936

Salman Rushdie

screenwriter
Born 1947

Other facts about Mumbai

Sources & References

#1147 — Last update: 19 January 2026