Doha Population 2026 capital
Doha has a population of 344,939, making it the #1 biggest city in 🇶🇦 Qatar, located in Baladiyat ad Dawhah. Roughly 11% of Qatar's population lives here. Doha is the capital of Qatar.
Population (city proper)
344,939
Rank in Qatar
#1
Coordinates
25.29°N, 51.53°E
~11 m elevation · Asia/Qatar
Other big cities in Baladiyat ad Dawhah
| City | Population | Rank in Qatar |
|---|---|---|
| Nu‘ayjah | 19,975 | #9 |
Cities near Doha
- Nu‘ayjah19,975 people · ~4 km away
- Ar Rayyān272,465 people · ~11 km away
- Mu‘aydhir Rawḑat Rāshid27,569 people · ~14 km away
- Al Wakrah26,436 people · ~15 km away
- Lusail198,600 people · ~15 km away
- Umm Şalāl Muḩammad29,391 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Doha?
Doha has a population of 344,939 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1 biggest city in Qatar.
What region is Doha in?
Doha is located in Baladiyat ad Dawhah, Qatar.
Is Doha the capital of Qatar?
Yes, Doha is the capital of Qatar.
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.