Edfu Population 2026
Edfu has a population of 79,510, making it the #96 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in Aswan. Roughly 0.1% of Egypt's population lives here. It is about 121× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
79,510
Rank in Egypt
#96
Coordinates
24.98°N, 32.88°E
~90 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
588 km
365 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Aswan
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Kom Ombo | 409,311 | #17 |
| Aswān | 379,774 | #18 |
| Darāw | 61,790 | #123 |
| Al Başalīyah Baḩrī | 32,920 | #183 |
| As Sibā‘īyah | 21,610 | #219 |
Cities near Edfu
- Ar Radīsīyah Qiblī16,190 people · ~8 km away
- Al Başalīyah Baḩrī32,920 people · ~25 km away
- As Sibā‘īyah21,610 people · ~31 km away
- Esna462,787 people · ~48 km away
- Kom Ombo409,311 people · ~56 km away
- Darāw61,790 people · ~64 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Edfu?
Edfu has a population of 79,510 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #96 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is Edfu in?
Edfu is located in Aswan, Egypt.
Is Edfu the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 588 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.