Wad Medani Population 2026
Wad Medani has a population of 332,714, making it the #10 biggest city in 🇸🇩 Sudan, located in Al Jazirah. Roughly 0.6% of Sudan's population lives here. It is about 5.9× smaller than Khartoum, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
332,714
Rank in Sudan
#10
Coordinates
14.40°N, 33.52°E
~410 m elevation · Africa/Khartoum
Distance to capital (Khartoum)
166 km
103 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Al Jazirah
| City | Population | Rank in Sudan |
|---|---|---|
| Al Manāqil | 128,297 | #19 |
| Al Hasaheisa | 47,408 | #37 |
| Rufā‘a | 28,374 | #56 |
| Al Hilāliyya | 17,345 | #73 |
Cities near Wad Medani
- Rufā‘a28,374 people · ~43 km away
- Al Hasaheisa47,408 people · ~46 km away
- Kināna26,233 people · ~55 km away
- Al Manāqil128,297 people · ~60 km away
- Al Hilāliyya17,345 people · ~67 km away
- Al-Fāw30,629 people · ~70 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wad Medani?
Wad Medani has a population of 332,714 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #10 biggest city in Sudan.
What region is Wad Medani in?
Wad Medani is located in Al Jazirah, Sudan.
Is Wad Medani the capital of Sudan?
No, the capital of Sudan is Khartoum, about 166 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.