Shahhat Population 2026
Shahhat has a population of 29,206, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇱🇾 Libya, located in Al Jabal al Akhdar. Roughly 0.4% of Libya's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than Tripoli, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,206
Rank in Libya
#40
Coordinates
32.80°N, 21.87°E
~624 m elevation · Africa/Tripoli
Distance to capital (Tripoli)
811 km
504 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Al Jabal al Akhdar
| City | Population | Rank in Libya |
|---|---|---|
| Al Bayḑā’ | 129,439 | #13 |
Cities near Shahhat
FAQ
What is the population of Shahhat?
Shahhat has a population of 29,206 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in Libya.
What region is Shahhat in?
Shahhat is located in Al Jabal al Akhdar, Libya.
Is Shahhat the capital of Libya?
No, the capital of Libya is Tripoli, about 811 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.