Rabat Population 2026 capital
Rabat has a population of 1,655,753, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇲🇦 Morocco, located in Rabat-Salé-Kénitra. Roughly 4.3% of Morocco's population lives here. It is about 2.2× smaller than Casablanca, the country's biggest city. Rabat is the capital of Morocco.
Population (city proper)
1,655,753
Rank in Morocco
#2
Coordinates
34.01°N, 6.83°W
~46 m elevation · Africa/Casablanca
Other big cities in Rabat-Salé-Kénitra
| City | Population | Rank in Morocco |
|---|---|---|
| Salé | 972,299 | #6 |
| Kenitra | 470,949 | #10 |
| Temara | 342,345 | #13 |
| Salé Al Jadida | 200,000 | #19 |
| Khemisset | 143,640 | #26 |
| Sidi Slimane | 101,541 | #38 |
| Tiflet | 94,684 | #44 |
| Sidi Kacem | 82,632 | #50 |
Cities near Rabat
FAQ
What is the population of Rabat?
Rabat has a population of 1,655,753 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Morocco.
What region is Rabat in?
Rabat is located in Rabat-Salé-Kénitra, Morocco.
Is Rabat the capital of Morocco?
Yes, Rabat is the capital of Morocco.
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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