Jijel Population 2026
Jijel has a population of 131,513, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇩🇿 Algeria, located in Jijel. Roughly 0.3% of Algeria's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Algiers, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
131,513
Rank in Algeria
#32
Coordinates
36.82°N, 5.76°E
~15 m elevation · Africa/Algiers
Distance to capital (Algiers)
239 km
148 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jijel
| City | Population | Rank in Algeria |
|---|---|---|
| District of Taher | 60,426 | #75 |
| El Milia | 45,945 | #108 |
Cities near Jijel
- District of Taher60,426 people · ~13 km away
- Babor18,445 people · ~42 km away
- El Milia45,945 people · ~46 km away
- Rouached40,263 people · ~47 km away
- Fedj M’Zala26,176 people · ~49 km away
- Sidi Mérouane25,129 people · ~56 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Jijel?
Jijel has a population of 131,513 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in Algeria.
What region is Jijel in?
Jijel is located in Jijel, Algeria.
Is Jijel the capital of Algeria?
No, the capital of Algeria is Algiers, about 239 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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