Kom Ombo Population 2026
Kom Ombo has a population of 409,311, making it the #17 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in Aswan. Roughly 0.3% of Egypt's population lives here. It is about 23× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
409,311
Rank in Egypt
#17
Coordinates
24.48°N, 32.95°E
~108 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
643 km
399 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Aswan
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Aswān | 379,774 | #18 |
| Edfu | 79,510 | #96 |
| Darāw | 61,790 | #123 |
| Al Başalīyah Baḩrī | 32,920 | #183 |
| As Sibā‘īyah | 21,610 | #219 |
Cities near Kom Ombo
- Darāw61,790 people · ~8 km away
- Aswān379,774 people · ~43 km away
- Ar Radīsīyah Qiblī16,190 people · ~48 km away
- Edfu79,510 people · ~56 km away
- Al Başalīyah Baḩrī32,920 people · ~78 km away
- As Sibā‘īyah21,610 people · ~84 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kom Ombo?
Kom Ombo has a population of 409,311 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #17 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is Kom Ombo in?
Kom Ombo is located in Aswan, Egypt.
Is Kom Ombo the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 643 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.