Misratah Population 2026
Misratah has a population of 355,657, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇱🇾 Libya, located in Misratah. Roughly 4.7% of Libya's population lives here. It is about 3.7× smaller than Tripoli, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
355,657
Rank in Libya
#3
Coordinates
32.38°N, 15.09°E
~11 m elevation · Africa/Tripoli
Distance to capital (Tripoli)
187 km
116 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Misratah
| City | Population | Rank in Libya |
|---|---|---|
| Zliten | 203,790 | #4 |
| Bani Walid | 45,734 | #30 |
Cities near Misratah
- Zliten203,790 people · ~50 km away
- Al Khums201,943 people · ~84 km away
- Msalātah73,907 people · ~102 km away
- Al-'Alūaṣ17,122 people · ~112 km away
- Qaşr Khiyār16,708 people · ~122 km away
- Bani Walid45,734 people · ~126 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Misratah?
Misratah has a population of 355,657 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Libya.
What region is Misratah in?
Misratah is located in Misratah, Libya.
Is Misratah the capital of Libya?
No, the capital of Libya is Tripoli, about 187 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.