Riyadh Population 2026 capital
Riyadh has a population of 4,205,961, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Riyadh Region. Roughly 12% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. Riyadh is the capital of Saudi Arabia.
Population (city proper)
4,205,961
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#2
Coordinates
24.69°N, 46.72°E
~612 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Other big cities in Riyadh Region
| City | Population | Rank in Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Al Kharj | 425,300 | #12 |
| Az Zulfī | 125,000 | #25 |
| Ad Dawādimī | 86,861 | #32 |
| Afif | 45,525 | #50 |
| Ad Dilam | 35,371 | #56 |
| Shaqra | 32,215 | #60 |
| Ḥawṭah Banī Tamīm | 30,720 | #61 |
| Laylá | 29,698 | #63 |
Cities near Riyadh
- Al Kharj425,300 people · ~86 km away
- Ad Dilam35,371 people · ~89 km away
- Rumāḩ25,031 people · ~107 km away
- Ḥawṭah Banī Tamīm30,720 people · ~133 km away
- Shaqra32,215 people · ~160 km away
- Ad Dawādimī86,861 people · ~236 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Riyadh?
Riyadh has a population of 4,205,961 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Riyadh in?
Riyadh is located in Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia.
Is Riyadh the capital of Saudi Arabia?
Yes, Riyadh is the capital of Saudi Arabia.
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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