Saḩāb Population 2026
Saḩāb has a population of 40,241, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇯🇴 Jordan, located in Amman. Roughly 0.3% of Jordan's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Amman, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,241
Rank in Jordan
#19
Coordinates
31.87°N, 36.00°E
~872 m elevation · Asia/Amman
Distance to capital (Amman)
11 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Amman
| City | Population | Rank in Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| Amman | 1,275,857 | #1 |
| Khuraybat as Sūq | 186,158 | #5 |
| Wādī as Sīr | 181,212 | #6 |
| Marj Al Hamam | 82,788 | #13 |
| Al Jubayhah | 46,834 | #18 |
| Umm as Summāq | 18,274 | #27 |
Cities near Saḩāb
- Khuraybat as Sūq186,158 people · ~8 km away
- Amman1,275,857 people · ~11 km away
- Umm as Summāq18,274 people · ~14 km away
- Marj Al Hamam82,788 people · ~15 km away
- Russeifa268,237 people · ~17 km away
- Al Jubayhah46,834 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Saḩāb?
Saḩāb has a population of 40,241 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Jordan.
What region is Saḩāb in?
Saḩāb is located in Amman, Jordan.
Is Saḩāb the capital of Jordan?
No, the capital of Jordan is Amman, about 11 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.