‘Alī al Gharbī Population 2026
‘Alī al Gharbī has a population of 19,711, making it the #96 biggest city in 🇮🇶 Iraq, located in Maysan. It is about 366× smaller than Baghdad, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,711
Rank in Iraq
#96
Coordinates
32.46°N, 46.69°E
~14 m elevation · Asia/Baghdad
Distance to capital (Baghdad)
235 km
146 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Maysan
| City | Population | Rank in Iraq |
|---|---|---|
| Al ‘Amārah | 323,302 | #16 |
| Qal‘at Şāliḩ | 39,698 | #67 |
Cities near ‘Alī al Gharbī
- Al Ḩayy78,272 people · ~68 km away
- Al ‘Amārah323,302 people · ~82 km away
- Al-Kut315,162 people · ~82 km away
- Qal‘at Sukkar110,000 people · ~88 km away
- Qal‘at Şāliḩ39,698 people · ~119 km away
- An Nu‘mānīyah110,000 people · ~120 km away
FAQ
What is the population of ‘Alī al Gharbī?
‘Alī al Gharbī has a population of 19,711 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #96 biggest city in Iraq.
What region is ‘Alī al Gharbī in?
‘Alī al Gharbī is located in Maysan, Iraq.
Is ‘Alī al Gharbī the capital of Iraq?
No, the capital of Iraq is Baghdad, about 235 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.