Sohag Population 2026
Sohag has a population of 266,944, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in Sohag. Roughly 0.2% of Egypt's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
266,944
Rank in Egypt
#26
Coordinates
26.56°N, 31.69°E
~67 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
392 km
243 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sohag
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Akhmīm | 151,430 | #43 |
| Girga | 151,256 | #44 |
| Ţahţā | 134,314 | #51 |
| Ţimā | 101,130 | #68 |
| Al Minshāh | 91,149 | #79 |
| Juhaynah | 76,555 | #100 |
| Al Balyanā | 68,413 | #116 |
| Al Marāghah | 53,643 | #138 |
Cities near Sohag
- Akhmīm151,430 people · ~5 km away
- Al Minshāh91,149 people · ~14 km away
- Al Marāghah53,643 people · ~18 km away
- Juhaynah76,555 people · ~24 km away
- Ţahţā134,314 people · ~30 km away
- Girga151,256 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sohag?
Sohag has a population of 266,944 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is Sohag in?
Sohag is located in Sohag, Egypt.
Is Sohag the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 392 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.