Ben Arous Population 2026
Ben Arous has a population of 88,322, making it the #20 biggest city in 🇹🇳 Tunisia, located in Ben Arous Governorate. Roughly 0.7% of Tunisia's population lives here. It is about 7.8× smaller than Tunis, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
88,322
Rank in Tunisia
#20
Coordinates
36.75°N, 10.22°E
~7 m elevation · Africa/Tunis
Distance to capital (Tunis)
9 km
6 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ben Arous Governorate
| City | Population | Rank in Tunisia |
|---|---|---|
| El Mourouj | 120,732 | #8 |
| Radès | 72,209 | #28 |
| Fouchana | 45,107 | #53 |
| Hammam-Lif | 44,207 | #57 |
| Ez Zahra | 34,962 | #67 |
| La Sebala du Mornag | 33,421 | #69 |
| Borj Cedria | 31,858 | #74 |
Cities near Ben Arous
FAQ
What is the population of Ben Arous?
Ben Arous has a population of 88,322 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #20 biggest city in Tunisia.
What region is Ben Arous in?
Ben Arous is located in Ben Arous Governorate, Tunisia.
Is Ben Arous the capital of Tunisia?
No, the capital of Tunisia is Tunis, about 9 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.
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