Şāmitah Population 2026
Şāmitah has a population of 26,945, making it the #69 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Jazan Region. Roughly 0.1% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 174× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,945
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#69
Coordinates
16.60°N, 42.94°E
~62 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
982 km
610 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 |
| Fayfā’ | 29,793 | #62 |
| Ḑamad | 26,079 | #72 |
Cities near Şāmitah
FAQ
What is the population of Şāmitah?
Şāmitah has a population of 26,945 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #69 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Şāmitah in?
Şāmitah is located in Jazan Region, Saudi Arabia.
Is Şāmitah the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 982 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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