Ar Rifā‘ Population 2026
Ar Rifā‘ has a population of 115,495, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇧🇭 Bahrain, located in Southern Governorate. Roughly 6.9% of Bahrain's population lives here. It is about 1.5× smaller than Al Muharraq, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
115,495
Rank in Bahrain
#4
Coordinates
26.13°N, 50.55°E
~43 m elevation · Asia/Bahrain
Distance to capital (Manama)
11 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Southern Governorate
| City | Population | Rank in Bahrain |
|---|---|---|
| Dār Kulayb | 65,466 | #7 |
| Madīnat ‘Īsá | 38,090 | #8 |
Cities near Ar Rifā‘
- Madīnat ‘Īsá38,090 people · ~5 km away
- Madīnat Ḩamad133,550 people · ~5 km away
- Sitrah72,601 people · ~7 km away
- Dār Kulayb65,466 people · ~9 km away
- Jidd Ḩafş66,588 people · ~10 km away
- Manama147,074 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ar Rifā‘?
Ar Rifā‘ has a population of 115,495 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Bahrain.
What region is Ar Rifā‘ in?
Ar Rifā‘ is located in Southern Governorate, Bahrain.
Is Ar Rifā‘ the capital of Bahrain?
No, the capital of Bahrain is Manama, about 11 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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