‘Anjarah Population 2026
‘Anjarah has a population of 17,634, making it the #30 biggest city in 🇯🇴 Jordan, located in Ajloun. Roughly 0.2% of Jordan's population lives here. It is about 72× smaller than Amman, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,634
Rank in Jordan
#30
Coordinates
32.31°N, 35.75°E
~869 m elevation · Asia/Amman
Distance to capital (Amman)
43 km
27 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ajloun
| City | Population | Rank in Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| ‘Ajlūn | 125,557 | #9 |
Cities near ‘Anjarah
FAQ
What is the population of ‘Anjarah?
‘Anjarah has a population of 17,634 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #30 biggest city in Jordan.
What region is ‘Anjarah in?
‘Anjarah is located in Ajloun, Jordan.
Is ‘Anjarah the capital of Jordan?
No, the capital of Jordan is Amman, about 43 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.