Ta’if Population 2026
Ta’if has a population of 688,693, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia, located in Mecca Region. Roughly 2.0% of Saudi Arabia's population lives here. It is about 6.8× smaller than Jeddah, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
688,693
Rank in Saudi Arabia
#8
Coordinates
21.27°N, 40.42°E
~1,672 m elevation · Asia/Riyadh
Distance to capital (Riyadh)
749 km
465 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mecca Region
Cities near Ta’if
FAQ
What is the population of Ta’if?
Ta’if has a population of 688,693 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in Saudi Arabia.
What region is Ta’if in?
Ta’if is located in Mecca Region, Saudi Arabia.
Is Ta’if the capital of Saudi Arabia?
No, the capital of Saudi Arabia is Riyadh, about 749 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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