El Meghaïer Population 2026
El Meghaïer has a population of 39,106, making it the #136 biggest city in 🇩🇿 Algeria, located in El Mghair. Roughly 0.1% of Algeria's population lives here. It is about 60× smaller than Algiers, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,106
Rank in Algeria
#136
Coordinates
33.95°N, 5.92°E
~1 m elevation · Africa/Algiers
Distance to capital (Algiers)
402 km
250 miles, straight line
Other big cities in El Mghair
| City | Population | Rank in Algeria |
|---|---|---|
| Djamaa | 34,920 | #153 |
| Sidi Amrane | 29,734 | #197 |
Cities near El Meghaïer
FAQ
What is the population of El Meghaïer?
El Meghaïer has a population of 39,106 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #136 biggest city in Algeria.
What region is El Meghaïer in?
El Meghaïer is located in El Mghair, Algeria.
Is El Meghaïer the capital of Algeria?
No, the capital of Algeria is Algiers, about 402 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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