Al Bahah Population 2026
Al Bahah has a population of 88,419, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Al Bahah Region. Roughly 0.3% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 53× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
88,419
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#31
Coordinates
20.01°N, 41.47°E
~2,176 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
750 km
466 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Al Bahah Region
| City | Population | Rank in Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Baljurashi | 51,787 | #46 |
| Al ‘Aqīq | 19,269 | #90 |
| Al ‘Aqīq | 19,269 | #91 |
Cities near Al Bahah
- Baljurashi51,787 people · ~19 km away
- Al ‘Aqīq19,269 people · ~36 km away
- Sabt Alalayah100,000 people · ~71 km away
- Al ‘Aqīq19,269 people · ~71 km away
- An Nimas24,153 people · ~118 km away
- Qal‘at Bīshah81,828 people · ~119 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Al Bahah?
Al Bahah has a population of 88,419 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Al Bahah in?
Al Bahah is located in Al Bahah Region, Saudi Arabia.
Is Al Bahah the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 750 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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