El-Tor Population 2026
El-Tor has a population of 38,285, making it the #171 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in South Sinai. It is about 251× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,285
Rank in Egypt
#171
Coordinates
28.24°N, 33.62°E
~14 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
307 km
191 miles, straight line
Other big cities in South Sinai
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Sharm el-Sheikh | 38,478 | #170 |
Cities near El-Tor
- Ras Gharib44,852 people · ~55 km away
- Sharm el-Sheikh38,478 people · ~78 km away
- Hurghada207,132 people · ~111 km away
- Zaafarana46,993 people · ~135 km away
- Safaga53,639 people · ~169 km away
- Al ‘Ayn as Sukhnah45,552 people · ~195 km away
FAQ
What is the population of El-Tor?
El-Tor has a population of 38,285 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #171 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is El-Tor in?
El-Tor is located in South Sinai, Egypt.
Is El-Tor the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 307 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.