Annaba Population 2026
Annaba has a population of 342,703, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇩🇿 Algeria, located in Annaba. Roughly 0.7% of Algeria's population lives here. It is about 6.9× smaller than Algiers, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
342,703
Rank in Algeria
#4
Coordinates
36.90°N, 7.77°E
~5 m elevation · Africa/Algiers
Distance to capital (Algiers)
417 km
259 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Annaba
| City | Population | Rank in Algeria |
|---|---|---|
| Sidi Amar | 45,148 | #111 |
| Ahmed Bel Hadj | 29,629 | #198 |
| El Hadjar | 26,060 | #243 |
| Berrahal | 19,294 | #282 |
Cities near Annaba
- Sidi Amar45,148 people · ~10 km away
- El Hadjar26,060 people · ~11 km away
- Ahmed Bel Hadj29,629 people · ~18 km away
- Ben Mehidi28,398 people · ~19 km away
- Besbes66,287 people · ~23 km away
- Drean55,147 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Annaba?
Annaba has a population of 342,703 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Algeria.
What region is Annaba in?
Annaba is located in Annaba, Algeria.
Is Annaba the capital of Algeria?
No, the capital of Algeria is Algiers, about 417 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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