Mahd adh Dhahab Population 2026
Mahd adh Dhahab has a population of 20,272, making it the #85 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Medina Region. Roughly 0.1% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 232× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,272
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#85
Coordinates
23.50°N, 40.88°E
~1,039 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
607 km
377 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 |
| Al-`Ula | 32,413 | #59 |
| Badr Ḩunayn | 27,257 | #67 |
Cities near Mahd adh Dhahab
- Madinah1,300,000 people · ~168 km away
- Sulţānah946,697 people · ~172 km away
- Rābigh72,928 people · ~205 km away
- Al Khurmah28,491 people · ~212 km away
- Afif45,525 people · ~212 km away
- Badr Ḩunayn27,257 people · ~216 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mahd adh Dhahab?
Mahd adh Dhahab has a population of 20,272 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #85 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Mahd adh Dhahab in?
Mahd adh Dhahab is located in Medina Region, Saudi Arabia.
Is Mahd adh Dhahab the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 607 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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