Safi Population 2026
Safi has a population of 336,883, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇲🇦 Morocco, located in Marrakesh-Safi. Roughly 0.9% of Morocco's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Casablanca, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
336,883
Rank in Morocco
#14
Coordinates
32.30°N, 9.24°W
~45 m elevation · Africa/Casablanca
Distance to capital (Rabat)
294 km
183 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Marrakesh-Safi
| City | Population | Rank in Morocco |
|---|---|---|
| Marrakesh | 995,871 | #5 |
| 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 Safi
- Sebt Gzoula20,248 people · ~26 km away
- Echemmaia Est26,538 people · ~63 km away
- Youssoufia73,848 people · ~67 km away
- Sidi Bennour60,948 people · ~85 km away
- Chichaoua30,432 people · ~95 km away
- Essaouira85,137 people · ~101 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Safi?
Safi has a population of 336,883 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Morocco.
What region is Safi in?
Safi is located in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco.
Is Safi the capital of Morocco?
No, the capital of Morocco is Rabat, about 294 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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