Al Ghurayfah Population 2026
Al Ghurayfah has a population of 23,449, making it the #46 biggest city in 🇱🇾 Libya, located in Wadi al Hayat. Roughly 0.3% of Libya's population lives here. It is about 56× smaller than Tripoli, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,449
Rank in Libya
#46
Coordinates
26.52°N, 13.01°E
~475 m elevation · Africa/Tripoli
Distance to capital (Tripoli)
708 km
440 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wadi al Hayat
| City | Population | Rank in Libya |
|---|---|---|
| Ubari | 33,569 | #34 |
Cities near Al Ghurayfah
FAQ
What is the population of Al Ghurayfah?
Al Ghurayfah has a population of 23,449 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #46 biggest city in Libya.
What region is Al Ghurayfah in?
Al Ghurayfah is located in Wadi al Hayat, Libya.
Is Al Ghurayfah the capital of Libya?
No, the capital of Libya is Tripoli, about 708 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.