Ayoun El Atrous Population 2026
Ayoun El Atrous has a population of 28,174, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇲🇷 Mauritania, located in Hodh El Gharbi. Roughly 0.5% of Mauritania's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Nouakchott, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,174
Rank in Mauritania
#14
Coordinates
16.66°N, 9.61°W
~235 m elevation · Africa/Nouakchott
Distance to capital (Nouakchott)
694 km
431 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hodh El Gharbi
| City | Population | Rank in Mauritania |
|---|---|---|
| Ṭinṭâne | 15,684 | #24 |
Cities near Ayoun El Atrous
FAQ
What is the population of Ayoun El Atrous?
Ayoun El Atrous has a population of 28,174 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Mauritania.
What region is Ayoun El Atrous in?
Ayoun El Atrous is located in Hodh El Gharbi, Mauritania.
Is Ayoun El Atrous the capital of Mauritania?
No, the capital of Mauritania is Nouakchott, about 694 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.
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