Şabyā Population 2026
Şabyā has a population of 228,375, making it the #18 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Jazan Region. Roughly 0.6% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
228,375
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#18
Coordinates
17.15°N, 42.63°E
~36 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
940 km
584 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Jazan Region
| City | Population | Rank in Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|
| Jizan | 105,198 | #26 |
| Abū ‘Arīsh | 69,632 | #40 |
| Fayfā’ | 29,793 | #62 |
| Şāmitah | 26,945 | #69 |
| Ḑamad | 26,079 | #72 |
Cities near Şabyā
- Ḑamad26,079 people · ~17 km away
- Abū ‘Arīsh69,632 people · ~30 km away
- Jizan105,198 people · ~30 km away
- Fayfā’29,793 people · ~56 km away
- Şāmitah26,945 people · ~70 km away
- Sarāt ‘Abīdah19,855 people · ~117 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Şabyā?
Şabyā has a population of 228,375 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #18 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Şabyā in?
Şabyā is located in Jazan Region, Saudi Arabia.
Is Şabyā the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 940 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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