Assiut Population 2026
Assiut has a population of 528,669, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in Asyut. Roughly 0.4% of Egypt's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
528,669
Rank in Egypt
#10
Coordinates
27.18°N, 31.18°E
~56 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
320 km
199 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Asyut
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Manfalūţ | 117,925 | #59 |
| Abnūb | 111,785 | #64 |
| Abū Tīj | 105,418 | #66 |
| Dayrūţ | 102,570 | #67 |
| Al Qūşīyah | 99,598 | #71 |
| Al Ghanāyim | 70,884 | #112 |
| Al Badārī | 56,033 | #133 |
| As Sāḩil | 54,094 | #136 |
Cities near Assiut
FAQ
What is the population of Assiut?
Assiut has a population of 528,669 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is Assiut in?
Assiut is located in Asyut, Egypt.
Is Assiut the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 320 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.