Murzuk Population 2026
Murzuk has a population of 30,491, making it the #39 biggest city in 🇱🇾 Libya, located in Murzuq District. Roughly 0.4% of Libya's population lives here. It is about 43× smaller than Tripoli, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,491
Rank in Libya
#39
Coordinates
25.92°N, 13.92°E
~449 m elevation · Africa/Tripoli
Distance to capital (Tripoli)
778 km
483 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Murzuq District
| City | Population | Rank in Libya |
|---|---|---|
| Wādī 'Utbah | 16,746 | #53 |
Cities near Murzuk
- Wādī 'Utbah16,746 people · ~41 km away
- Al Ghurayfah23,449 people · ~113 km away
- Sabha149,329 people · ~135 km away
- Al Jadīd126,386 people · ~135 km away
- Ubari33,569 people · ~136 km away
- Brak16,200 people · ~185 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Murzuk?
Murzuk has a population of 30,491 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #39 biggest city in Libya.
What region is Murzuk in?
Murzuk is located in Murzuq District, Libya.
Is Murzuk the capital of Libya?
No, the capital of Libya is Tripoli, about 778 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.