Port Sudan Population 2026
Port Sudan has a population of 489,725, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Red Sea. Roughly 0.9% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 4.0× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
489,725
Rank in Sudan
#5
Coordinates
19.62°N, 37.22°E
~10 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
671 km
417 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Red Sea
Cities near Port Sudan
FAQ
What is the population of Port Sudan?
Port Sudan has a population of 489,725 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Port Sudan in?
Port Sudan is located in Red Sea, Sudan.
Is Port Sudan the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 671 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.