Marrakesh Population 2026
Marrakesh has a population of 995,871, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇲🇦 Morocco, located in Marrakesh-Safi. Roughly 2.6% of Morocco's population lives here. It is about 3.7× smaller than Casablanca, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
995,871
Rank in Morocco
#5
Coordinates
31.63°N, 8.00°W
~457 m elevation · Africa/Casablanca
Distance to capital (Rabat)
286 km
178 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Marrakesh-Safi
| City | Population | Rank in Morocco |
|---|---|---|
| Safi | 336,883 | #14 |
| El Kelaa des Srarhna | 103,982 | #37 |
| Ben Guerir | 96,777 | #42 |
| Essaouira | 85,137 | #48 |
| Youssoufia | 73,848 | #55 |
| Ait Ourir | 42,705 | #86 |
| Laâttaouia | 33,103 | #104 |
| Chichaoua | 30,432 | #114 |
Cities near Marrakesh
- Méchouar-Kasba18,410 people · ~4 km away
- Tamansourt27,383 people · ~17 km away
- Ait Ourir42,705 people · ~33 km away
- Asni18,674 people · ~43 km away
- Tamallalt18,060 people · ~50 km away
- Amizmiz15,685 people · ~51 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Marrakesh?
Marrakesh has a population of 995,871 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Morocco.
What region is Marrakesh in?
Marrakesh is located in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco.
Is Marrakesh the capital of Morocco?
No, the capital of Morocco is Rabat, about 286 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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