Fayfā’ Population 2026
Fayfā’ has a population of 29,793, making it the #62 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Jazan Region. Roughly 0.1% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 158× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,793
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#62
Coordinates
17.28°N, 43.14°E
~898 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
904 km
561 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jazan Region
| City | Population | Rank in Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Şabyā | 228,375 | #18 |
| Jizan | 105,198 | #26 |
| Abū ‘Arīsh | 69,632 | #40 |
| Şāmitah | 26,945 | #69 |
| Ḑamad | 26,079 | #72 |
Cities near Fayfā’
- Ḑamad26,079 people · ~43 km away
- Abū ‘Arīsh69,632 people · ~47 km away
- Şabyā228,375 people · ~56 km away
- Jizan105,198 people · ~76 km away
- Şāmitah26,945 people · ~79 km away
- Sarāt ‘Abīdah19,855 people · ~90 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fayfā’?
Fayfā’ has a population of 29,793 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #62 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Fayfā’ in?
Fayfā’ is located in Jazan Region, Saudi Arabia.
Is Fayfā’ the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 904 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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