Al Kharj Population 2026
Al Kharj has a population of 425,300, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Riyadh Region. Roughly 1.2% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
425,300
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#12
Coordinates
24.16°N, 47.33°E
~438 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
86 km
53 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Riyadh Region
| City | Population | Rank in Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Riyadh | 4,205,961 | #2 |
| Az Zulfī | 125,000 | #25 |
| Ad Dawādimī | 86,861 | #32 |
| Afif | 45,525 | #50 |
| Ad Dilam | 35,371 | #56 |
| Shaqra | 32,215 | #60 |
| Ḥawṭah Banī Tamīm | 30,720 | #61 |
| Laylá | 29,698 | #63 |
Cities near Al Kharj
FAQ
What is the population of Al Kharj?
Al Kharj has a population of 425,300 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Al Kharj in?
Al Kharj is located in Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia.
Is Al Kharj the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 86 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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