Khobar Population 2026
Khobar has a population of 165,799, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Eastern Province. Roughly 0.5% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 28× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
165,799
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#22
Coordinates
26.28°N, 50.21°E
~8 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
392 km
243 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 |
| Dhahran | 99,540 | #29 |
| Al Qaţīf | 98,259 | #30 |
| Tārūt | 85,371 | #33 |
Cities near Khobar
FAQ
What is the population of Khobar?
Khobar has a population of 165,799 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Khobar in?
Khobar is located in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.
Is Khobar the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 392 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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