‘Izrā Population 2026
‘Izrā has a population of 22,756, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇯🇴 Jordan, located in Karak. Roughly 0.2% of Jordan's population lives here. It is about 56× smaller than Amman, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,756
Rank in Jordan
#22
Coordinates
31.16°N, 35.69°E
~1,111 m elevation · Asia/Amman
Distance to capital (Amman)
92 km
57 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Karak
| City | Population | Rank in Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| Karak City | 21,678 | #24 |
| Safi | 15,200 | #31 |
Cities near ‘Izrā
- Qīr Moāv22,581 people · ~3 km away
- Karak City21,678 people · ~7 km away
- Safi15,200 people · ~26 km away
- Aţ Ţafīlah25,429 people · ~37 km away
- Mādabā82,335 people · ~63 km away
- Umm as Summāq18,274 people · ~82 km away
FAQ
What is the population of ‘Izrā?
‘Izrā has a population of 22,756 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Jordan.
What region is ‘Izrā in?
‘Izrā is located in Karak, Jordan.
Is ‘Izrā the capital of Jordan?
No, the capital of Jordan is Amman, about 92 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.