Zarqa Population 2026
Zarqa has a population of 792,665, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇯🇴 Jordan, located in Zarqa. Roughly 6.8% of Jordan's population lives here. It is about 1.6× smaller than Amman, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
792,665
Rank in Jordan
#2
Coordinates
32.07°N, 36.09°E
~625 m elevation · Asia/Amman
Distance to capital (Amman)
19 km
12 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zarqa
| City | Population | Rank in Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| Russeifa | 268,237 | #4 |
| Az̧ Z̧ulayl | 50,931 | #16 |
Cities near Zarqa
- Russeifa268,237 people · ~7 km away
- Amman1,275,857 people · ~19 km away
- Az̧ Z̧ulayl50,931 people · ~19 km away
- Al Jubayhah46,834 people · ~19 km away
- Ṣuwayliḥ151,016 people · ~24 km away
- Saḩāb40,241 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zarqa?
Zarqa has a population of 792,665 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Jordan.
What region is Zarqa in?
Zarqa is located in Zarqa, Jordan.
Is Zarqa the capital of Jordan?
No, the capital of Jordan is Amman, about 19 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.