Asmara Population 2026 capital

Asmara has a population of 563,930, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇪🇷 Eritrea, located in Maekel. Roughly 15% of Eritrea's population lives here. Asmara is the capital of Eritrea.

Location of Asmara. Boundaries: Natural Earth.

Population (city proper)

563,930

Rank in Eritrea

Coordinates

15.34°N, 38.93°E

~2,334 m elevation · Africa/Asmara

Cities near Asmara

Mendefera17,781 people · ~52 km away
Massawa23,100 people · ~65 km away
Keren74,800 people · ~71 km away
Barentu15,891 people · ~146 km away
Himora46,100 people · ~275 km away
Assab21,300 people · ~485 km away

FAQ

What is the population of Asmara?

Asmara has a population of 563,930 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Eritrea.

What region is Asmara in?

Asmara is located in Maekel, Eritrea.

Is Asmara the capital of Eritrea?

Yes, Asmara is the capital of Eritrea.

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.

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