Kassala Population 2026
Kassala has a population of 401,477, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Kassala. Roughly 0.8% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 4.9× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
401,477
Rank in Sudan
#6
Coordinates
15.45°N, 36.40°E
~507 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
415 km
258 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kassala
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| New Halfa | 63,589 | #28 |
Cities near Kassala
- Khashm al Qirbah42,900 people · ~75 km away
- New Halfa63,589 people · ~87 km away
- Al-Fashaqah21,106 people · ~130 km away
- Al Qadarif363,945 people · ~192 km away
- Doka19,821 people · ~226 km away
- Al-Fāw30,629 people · ~290 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kassala?
Kassala has a population of 401,477 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Kassala in?
Kassala is located in Kassala, Sudan.
Is Kassala the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 415 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.