Kuwait City Population 2026 capital
Kuwait City has a population of 60,064, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇰🇼 Kuwait, located in Al Asimah. Roughly 1.2% of Kuwait's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Al Aḩmadī, the country's biggest city. Kuwait City is the capital of Kuwait.
Population (city proper)
60,064
Rank in Kuwait
#5
Coordinates
29.37°N, 47.97°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Kuwait
Cities near Kuwait City
- Al Farwānīyah86,525 people · ~10 km away
- Şabāḩ as Sālim139,163 people · ~15 km away
- Al Finţās23,071 people · ~26 km away
- Ar Riqqah52,068 people · ~27 km away
- Al Mahbūlah18,178 people · ~29 km away
- Al Jahrā’24,281 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kuwait City?
Kuwait City has a population of 60,064 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Kuwait.
What region is Kuwait City in?
Kuwait City is located in Al Asimah, Kuwait.
Is Kuwait City the capital of Kuwait?
Yes, Kuwait City is the capital of Kuwait.
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.