Sayhāt Population 2026
Sayhāt has a population of 66,702, making it the #41 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Eastern Province. Roughly 0.2% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 70× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
66,702
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#41
Coordinates
26.48°N, 50.05°E
~3 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
389 km
242 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 |
| Khobar | 165,799 | #22 |
| Dhahran | 99,540 | #29 |
| Al Qaţīf | 98,259 | #30 |
Cities near Sayhāt
FAQ
What is the population of Sayhāt?
Sayhāt has a population of 66,702 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #41 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Sayhāt in?
Sayhāt is located in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia.
Is Sayhāt the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 389 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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