Bariq Population 2026
Bariq has a population of 75,351, making it the #36 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in 'Asir Region. Roughly 0.2% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
75,351
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#36
Coordinates
18.93°N, 41.93°E
~412 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
809 km
502 miles, straight line
Other big cities in 'Asir Region
| City | Population | Rank in Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Khamis Mushait | 387,553 | #13 |
| Abha | 210,886 | #19 |
| Sabt Alalayah | 100,000 | #28 |
| Qal‘at Bīshah | 81,828 | #34 |
| Ranyah | 45,942 | #48 |
| An Nimas | 24,153 | #77 |
| Sarāt ‘Abīdah | 19,855 | #88 |
Cities near Bariq
- An Nimas24,153 people · ~31 km away
- Sabt Alalayah100,000 people · ~72 km away
- Abha210,886 people · ~100 km away
- Khamis Mushait387,553 people · ~110 km away
- Baljurashi51,787 people · ~111 km away
- Al Bahah88,419 people · ~130 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bariq?
Bariq has a population of 75,351 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #36 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Bariq in?
Bariq is located in 'Asir Region, Saudi Arabia.
Is Bariq the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 809 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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