Abū Qīr Population 2026
Abū Qīr has a population of 37,997, making it the #174 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in Alexandria. It is about 253× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,997
Rank in Egypt
#174
Coordinates
31.31°N, 30.06°E
~7 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
179 km
111 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Alexandria
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Alexandria | 5,263,542 | #2 |
| Burj al ‘Arab al Jadīdah | 45,865 | #152 |
| Burj al ‘Arab | 22,444 | #217 |
Cities near Abū Qīr
- Alexandria5,263,542 people · ~18 km away
- Kafr ad Dawwār128,539 people · ~21 km away
- Idkū177,152 people · ~23 km away
- Abū Ḩummuş61,388 people · ~34 km away
- Rosetta301,795 people · ~35 km away
- Muţūbas43,899 people · ~44 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Abū Qīr?
Abū Qīr has a population of 37,997 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #174 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is Abū Qīr in?
Abū Qīr is located in Alexandria, Egypt.
Is Abū Qīr the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 179 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.