Oued el Abtal Population 2026
Oued el Abtal has a population of 22,819, making it the #260 biggest city in 🇩🇿 Algeria, located in Mascara. It is about 104× smaller than Algiers, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,819
Rank in Algeria
#260
Coordinates
35.46°N, 0.69°E
~259 m elevation · Africa/Algiers
Distance to capital (Algiers)
258 km
160 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mascara
| City | Population | Rank in Algeria |
|---|---|---|
| Mascara | 108,629 | #40 |
| Mohammadia | 62,410 | #72 |
| Sig | 61,373 | #74 |
| Tighenif | 39,938 | #131 |
| Bou Hanifia el Hamamat | 27,576 | #223 |
Cities near Oued el Abtal
FAQ
What is the population of Oued el Abtal?
Oued el Abtal has a population of 22,819 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #260 biggest city in Algeria.
What region is Oued el Abtal in?
Oued el Abtal is located in Mascara, Algeria.
Is Oued el Abtal the capital of Algeria?
No, the capital of Algeria is Algiers, about 258 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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