M'Sila Population 2026
M'Sila has a population of 132,975, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇩🇿 Algeria, located in M'Sila. Roughly 0.3% of Algeria's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Algiers, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
132,975
Rank in Algeria
#31
Coordinates
35.71°N, 4.54°E
~465 m elevation · Africa/Algiers
Distance to capital (Algiers)
173 km
107 miles, straight line
Other big cities in M'Sila
| City | Population | Rank in Algeria |
|---|---|---|
| Bou Saâda | 111,787 | #39 |
| Sidi Aïssa | 66,856 | #64 |
| ’Aïn el Melh | 32,880 | #168 |
| Ain el Hadjel | 28,728 | #209 |
| Melouza | 25,701 | #248 |
Cities near M'Sila
- Bordj Ghdir34,136 people · ~39 km away
- El Achir158,333 people · ~40 km away
- Mansourah22,117 people · ~43 km away
- Melouza25,701 people · ~44 km away
- Bordj Bou Arreridj158,812 people · ~45 km away
- Râs el Oued44,947 people · ~52 km away
FAQ
What is the population of M'Sila?
M'Sila has a population of 132,975 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in Algeria.
What region is M'Sila in?
M'Sila is located in M'Sila, Algeria.
Is M'Sila the capital of Algeria?
No, the capital of Algeria is Algiers, about 173 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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