Az̧ Z̧ulayl Population 2026
Az̧ Z̧ulayl has a population of 50,931, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇯🇴 Jordan, located in Zarqa. Roughly 0.4% of Jordan's population lives here. It is about 25× smaller than Amman, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,931
Rank in Jordan
#16
Coordinates
32.12°N, 36.28°E
~572 m elevation · Asia/Amman
Distance to capital (Amman)
37 km
23 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zarqa
Cities near Az̧ Z̧ulayl
FAQ
What is the population of Az̧ Z̧ulayl?
Az̧ Z̧ulayl has a population of 50,931 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Jordan.
What region is Az̧ Z̧ulayl in?
Az̧ Z̧ulayl is located in Zarqa, Jordan.
Is Az̧ Z̧ulayl the capital of Jordan?
No, the capital of Jordan is Amman, about 37 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.