Al Ḩurshah Population 2026
Al Ḩurshah has a population of 81,119, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇱🇾 Libya, located in Az Zawiyah. Roughly 1.1% of Libya's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Tripoli, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
81,119
Rank in Libya
#22
Coordinates
32.76°N, 12.67°E
~6 m elevation · Africa/Tripoli
Distance to capital (Tripoli)
50 km
31 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Az Zawiyah
| City | Population | Rank in Libya |
|---|---|---|
| Az Zāwīyah | 200,000 | #6 |
| Zawiya | 186,123 | #7 |
| Şabrātah | 83,398 | #21 |
| Şurmān | 77,114 | #23 |
| Qarqūzah | 17,350 | #51 |
Cities near Al Ḩurshah
FAQ
What is the population of Al Ḩurshah?
Al Ḩurshah has a population of 81,119 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Libya.
What region is Al Ḩurshah in?
Al Ḩurshah is located in Az Zawiyah, Libya.
Is Al Ḩurshah the capital of Libya?
No, the capital of Libya is Tripoli, about 50 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.