Al-`Ula Population 2026
Al-`Ula has a population of 32,413, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Medina Region. Roughly 0.1% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 145× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,413
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#59
Coordinates
26.61°N, 37.92°E
~692 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
907 km
563 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Medina Region
| City | Population | Rank in Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Madinah | 1,300,000 | #4 |
| Sulţānah | 946,697 | #6 |
| Yanbu | 200,161 | #20 |
| Badr Ḩunayn | 27,257 | #67 |
| Mahd adh Dhahab | 20,272 | #85 |
Cities near Al-`Ula
FAQ
What is the population of Al-`Ula?
Al-`Ula has a population of 32,413 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Al-`Ula in?
Al-`Ula is located in Medina Region, Saudi Arabia.
Is Al-`Ula the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 907 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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