Russeifa Population 2026
Russeifa has a population of 268,237, making it the #4 biggest city in 🇯🇴 Jordan, located in Zarqa. Roughly 2.3% of Jordan's population lives here. It is about 4.8× smaller than Amman, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
268,237
Rank in Jordan
#4
Coordinates
32.02°N, 36.05°E
~614 m elevation · Asia/Amman
Distance to capital (Amman)
12 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zarqa
| City | Population | Rank in Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| Zarqa | 792,665 | #2 |
| Az̧ Z̧ulayl | 50,931 | #16 |
Cities near Russeifa
- Zarqa792,665 people · ~7 km away
- Amman1,275,857 people · ~12 km away
- Al Jubayhah46,834 people · ~14 km away
- Saḩāb40,241 people · ~17 km away
- Ṣuwayliḥ151,016 people · ~19 km away
- Khuraybat as Sūq186,158 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Russeifa?
Russeifa has a population of 268,237 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #4 biggest city in Jordan.
What region is Russeifa in?
Russeifa is located in Zarqa, Jordan.
Is Russeifa the capital of Jordan?
No, the capital of Jordan is Amman, about 12 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.