Al Quşayr Population 2026
Al Quşayr has a population of 24,653, making it the #209 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in Red Sea. It is about 390× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,653
Rank in Egypt
#209
Coordinates
26.11°N, 34.28°E
~23 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
531 km
330 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Red Sea
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Hurghada | 207,132 | #31 |
| Safaga | 53,639 | #139 |
| Zaafarana | 46,993 | #149 |
| Ras Gharib | 44,852 | #159 |
| Banī Suwayf al Jadīdah | 32,278 | #186 |
| Hala'ib | 27,000 | #200 |
| Ar Radīsīyah Qiblī | 16,190 | #231 |
Cities near Al Quşayr
FAQ
What is the population of Al Quşayr?
Al Quşayr has a population of 24,653 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #209 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is Al Quşayr in?
Al Quşayr is located in Red Sea, Egypt.
Is Al Quşayr the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 531 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.