Al Jahrā’ Population 2026
Al Jahrā’ has a population of 24,281, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇰🇼 Kuwait, located in Al Jahra Governorate. Roughly 0.5% of Kuwait's population lives here. It is about 26× smaller than Al Aḩmadī, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,281
Rank in Kuwait
#8
Coordinates
29.34°N, 47.66°E
~40 m elevation · Asia/Kuwait
Distance to capital (Kuwait City)
31 km
19 miles, straight line
Cities near Al Jahrā’
- Al Farwānīyah86,525 people · ~30 km away
- Kuwait City60,064 people · ~31 km away
- Şabāḩ as Sālim139,163 people · ~40 km away
- Ar Riqqah52,068 people · ~47 km away
- Al Finţās23,071 people · ~48 km away
- Al Aḩmadī637,411 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Al Jahrā’?
Al Jahrā’ has a population of 24,281 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Kuwait.
What region is Al Jahrā’ in?
Al Jahrā’ is located in Al Jahra Governorate, Kuwait.
Is Al Jahrā’ the capital of Kuwait?
No, the capital of Kuwait is Kuwait City, about 31 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.