Tripoli Population 2026
Tripoli has a population of 229,398, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇱🇧 Lebanon, located in North Lebanon. Roughly 3.9% of Lebanon's population lives here. It is about 8.4× smaller than Beirut, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
229,398
Rank in Lebanon
#2
Coordinates
34.43°N, 35.84°E
~51 m elevation · Asia/Beirut
Distance to capital (Beirut)
68 km
42 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Lebanon
| City | Population | Rank in Lebanon |
|---|---|---|
| Bsharri | 20,000 | #17 |
Cities near Tripoli
FAQ
What is the population of Tripoli?
Tripoli has a population of 229,398 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Lebanon.
What region is Tripoli in?
Tripoli is located in North Lebanon, Lebanon.
Is Tripoli the capital of Lebanon?
No, the capital of Lebanon is Beirut, about 68 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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