Omdurman Population 2026
Omdurman has a population of 1,849,659, making it the #2 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Khartoum. Roughly 3.5% of Sudan's population lives here.
Population (city proper)
1,849,659
Rank in Sudan
#2
Coordinates
15.64°N, 32.48°E
~391 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
12 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Khartoum
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| Khartoum | 1,974,647 | #1 |
| Khartoum North | 1,012,211 | #3 |
Cities near Omdurman
- Khartoum North1,012,211 people · ~6 km away
- Khartoum1,974,647 people · ~12 km away
- Al Qiţena18,321 people · ~88 km away
- Al-Quṭaynah26,893 people · ~104 km away
- Al Hilāliyya17,345 people · ~113 km away
- Al Hasaheisa47,408 people · ~133 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Omdurman?
Omdurman has a population of 1,849,659 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Omdurman in?
Omdurman is located in Khartoum, Sudan.
Is Omdurman the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 12 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.