Al Muharraq Population 2026
Al Muharraq has a population of 176,583, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇧🇭 Bahrain, located in Muharraq. Roughly 11% of Bahrain's population lives here.
Population (city proper)
176,583
Rank in Bahrain
#1
Coordinates
26.26°N, 50.61°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Bahrain
Distance to capital (Manama)
4 km
2 miles, straight line
Cities near Al Muharraq
- Manama147,074 people · ~4 km away
- Jidd Ḩafş66,588 people · ~8 km away
- Madīnat ‘Īsá38,090 people · ~11 km away
- Sitrah72,601 people · ~11 km away
- Ar Rifā‘115,495 people · ~15 km away
- Madīnat Ḩamad133,550 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Al Muharraq?
Al Muharraq has a population of 176,583 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Bahrain.
What region is Al Muharraq in?
Al Muharraq is located in Muharraq, Bahrain.
Is Al Muharraq the capital of Bahrain?
No, the capital of Bahrain is Manama, about 4 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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