Bahlā’ Population 2026
Bahlā’ has a population of 54,338, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇴🇲 Oman, located in Ad Dakhiliyah. Roughly 1.0% of Oman's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Muscat, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,338
Rank in Oman
#15
Coordinates
22.98°N, 57.30°E
~582 m elevation · Asia/Muscat
Distance to capital (Muscat)
131 km
81 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ad Dakhiliyah
Cities near Bahlā’
FAQ
What is the population of Bahlā’?
Bahlā’ has a population of 54,338 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Oman.
What region is Bahlā’ in?
Bahlā’ is located in Ad Dakhiliyah, Oman.
Is Bahlā’ the capital of Oman?
No, the capital of Oman is Muscat, about 131 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.