Aley Population 2026
Aley has a population of 130,000, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇱🇧 Lebanon, located in Mount Lebanon. Roughly 2.2% of Lebanon's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Beirut, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
130,000
Rank in Lebanon
#5
Coordinates
33.81°N, 35.60°E
~878 m elevation · Asia/Beirut
Distance to capital (Beirut)
13 km
8 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mount Lebanon
Cities near Aley
FAQ
What is the population of Aley?
Aley has a population of 130,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Lebanon.
What region is Aley in?
Aley is located in Mount Lebanon, Lebanon.
Is Aley the capital of Lebanon?
No, the capital of Lebanon is Beirut, about 13 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.
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