Safaga Population 2026
Safaga has a population of 53,639, making it the #139 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in Red Sea. It is about 179× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
53,639
Rank in Egypt
#139
Coordinates
26.75°N, 33.94°E
~13 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
453 km
281 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Red Sea
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Hurghada | 207,132 | #31 |
| Zaafarana | 46,993 | #149 |
| Ras Gharib | 44,852 | #159 |
| Banī Suwayf al Jadīdah | 32,278 | #186 |
| Hala'ib | 27,000 | #200 |
| Al Quşayr | 24,653 | #209 |
| Ar Radīsīyah Qiblī | 16,190 | #231 |
Cities near Safaga
FAQ
What is the population of Safaga?
Safaga has a population of 53,639 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #139 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is Safaga in?
Safaga is located in Red Sea, Egypt.
Is Safaga the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 453 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.