Abha Population 2026
Abha has a population of 210,886, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in 'Asir Region. Roughly 0.6% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 22× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
210,886
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#19
Coordinates
18.22°N, 42.51°E
~2,228 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
841 km
522 miles, straight line
Other big cities in 'Asir Region
| City | Population | Rank in Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Khamis Mushait | 387,553 | #13 |
| Sabt Alalayah | 100,000 | #28 |
| Qal‘at Bīshah | 81,828 | #34 |
| Bariq | 75,351 | #36 |
| Ranyah | 45,942 | #48 |
| An Nimas | 24,153 | #77 |
| Sarāt ‘Abīdah | 19,855 | #88 |
Cities near Abha
- Khamis Mushait387,553 people · ~26 km away
- Sarāt ‘Abīdah19,855 people · ~68 km away
- Bariq75,351 people · ~100 km away
- An Nimas24,153 people · ~111 km away
- Şabyā228,375 people · ~119 km away
- Fayfā’29,793 people · ~124 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Abha?
Abha has a population of 210,886 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Abha in?
Abha is located in 'Asir Region, Saudi Arabia.
Is Abha the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 841 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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