Ksar Population 2026
Ksar has a population of 57,758, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇲🇷 Mauritania, located in Nouakchott West. Roughly 1.1% of Mauritania's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Nouakchott, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
57,758
Rank in Mauritania
#7
Coordinates
18.10°N, 15.96°W
~5 m elevation · Africa/Nouakchott
Distance to capital (Nouakchott)
3 km
2 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nouakchott West
| City | Population | Rank in Mauritania |
|---|---|---|
| Tevragh Zeina | 48,093 | #10 |
Cities near Ksar
- Nouakchott1,184,530 people · ~3 km away
- Tevragh Zeina48,093 people · ~3 km away
- Dar Naim61,089 people · ~3 km away
- Boutilimitt27,170 people · ~147 km away
- Rosso15,870 people · ~177 km away
- Tékane22,041 people · ~179 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ksar?
Ksar has a population of 57,758 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Mauritania.
What region is Ksar in?
Ksar is located in Nouakchott West, Mauritania.
Is Ksar the capital of Mauritania?
No, the capital of Mauritania is Nouakchott, about 3 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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