Al Hufūf Population 2026
Al Hufūf has a population of 293,179, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Eastern Province. Roughly 0.8% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
293,179
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#14
Coordinates
25.36°N, 49.59°E
~159 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
298 km
185 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Province
| City | Population | Rank in Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Dammam | 1,252,523 | #5 |
| Al Mubarraz | 290,802 | #15 |
| Hafar Al-Batin | 271,642 | #16 |
| Al Jubayl | 237,274 | #17 |
| Khobar | 165,799 | #22 |
| Dhahran | 99,540 | #29 |
| Al Qaţīf | 98,259 | #30 |
| Tārūt | 85,371 | #33 |
Cities near Al Hufūf
FAQ
What is the population of Al Hufūf?
Al Hufūf has a population of 293,179 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Al Hufūf in?
Al Hufūf is located in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.
Is Al Hufūf the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 298 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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