Darnah Population 2026
Darnah has a population of 102,581, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇱🇾 Libya, located in Darnah. Roughly 1.4% of Libya's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Tripoli, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
102,581
Rank in Libya
#16
Coordinates
32.77°N, 22.64°E
~9 m elevation · Africa/Tripoli
Distance to capital (Tripoli)
883 km
548 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Darnah
| City | Population | Rank in Libya |
|---|---|---|
| Al Qubbah | 24,631 | #44 |
Cities near Darnah
FAQ
What is the population of Darnah?
Darnah has a population of 102,581 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Libya.
What region is Darnah in?
Darnah is located in Darnah, Libya.
Is Darnah the capital of Libya?
No, the capital of Libya is Tripoli, about 883 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.