Dhahran Population 2026
Dhahran has a population of 99,540, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Eastern Province. Roughly 0.3% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
99,540
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#29
Coordinates
26.29°N, 50.11°E
~44 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
384 km
238 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Eastern Province
| City | Population | Rank in Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Dammam | 1,252,523 | #5 |
| Al Hufūf | 293,179 | #14 |
| Al Mubarraz | 290,802 | #15 |
| Hafar Al-Batin | 271,642 | #16 |
| Al Jubayl | 237,274 | #17 |
| Khobar | 165,799 | #22 |
| Al Qaţīf | 98,259 | #30 |
| Tārūt | 85,371 | #33 |
Cities near Dhahran
FAQ
What is the population of Dhahran?
Dhahran has a population of 99,540 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Dhahran in?
Dhahran is located in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.
Is Dhahran the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 384 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.
← All biggest cities in Saudi Arabia · Saudi Arabia population by year