Wādī 'Utbah Population 2026
Wādī 'Utbah has a population of 16,746, making it the #53 biggest city in 🇱🇾 Libya, located in Murzuq District. Roughly 0.2% of Libya's population lives here. It is about 78× smaller than Tripoli, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,746
Rank in Libya
#53
Coordinates
26.10°N, 13.56°E
~491 m elevation · Africa/Tripoli
Distance to capital (Tripoli)
756 km
469 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Murzuq District
| City | Population | Rank in Libya |
|---|---|---|
| Murzuk | 30,491 | #39 |
Cities near Wādī 'Utbah
FAQ
What is the population of Wādī 'Utbah?
Wādī 'Utbah has a population of 16,746 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #53 biggest city in Libya.
What region is Wādī 'Utbah in?
Wādī 'Utbah is located in Murzuq District, Libya.
Is Wādī 'Utbah the capital of Libya?
No, the capital of Libya is Tripoli, about 756 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.