al-Yarmūk Population 2026
al-Yarmūk has a population of 99,999, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇸🇾 Syria, located in Damascus Governorate. Roughly 0.4% of Syria's population lives here. It is about 21× smaller than Aleppo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
99,999
Rank in Syria
#14
Coordinates
33.47°N, 36.30°E
~684 m elevation · Asia/Damascus
Distance to capital (Damascus)
5 km
3 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Damascus Governorate
| City | Population | Rank in Syria |
|---|---|---|
| Damascus | 1,569,394 | #2 |
Cities near al-Yarmūk
FAQ
What is the population of al-Yarmūk?
al-Yarmūk has a population of 99,999 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Syria.
What region is al-Yarmūk in?
al-Yarmūk is located in Damascus Governorate, Syria.
Is al-Yarmūk the capital of Syria?
No, the capital of Syria is Damascus, about 5 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.