Chefchaouen Population 2026
Chefchaouen has a population of 46,721, making it the #79 biggest city in 🇲🇦 Morocco, located in Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima. Roughly 0.1% of Morocco's population lives here. It is about 78× smaller than Casablanca, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
46,721
Rank in Morocco
#79
Coordinates
35.17°N, 5.26°W
~607 m elevation · Africa/Casablanca
Distance to capital (Rabat)
193 km
120 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima
| City | Population | Rank in Morocco |
|---|---|---|
| Tangier | 1,035,141 | #4 |
| Tétouan | 415,810 | #11 |
| Al Hoceïma | 395,644 | #12 |
| Ksar El Kebir | 138,262 | #28 |
| Larache | 136,505 | #29 |
| Fnidek | 84,558 | #49 |
| Martil | 70,274 | #58 |
| Ouezzane | 65,088 | #62 |
Cities near Chefchaouen
FAQ
What is the population of Chefchaouen?
Chefchaouen has a population of 46,721 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #79 biggest city in Morocco.
What region is Chefchaouen in?
Chefchaouen is located in Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima, Morocco.
Is Chefchaouen the capital of Morocco?
No, the capital of Morocco is Rabat, about 193 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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