Carthage Population 2026
Carthage has a population of 24,216, making it the #88 biggest city in 🇹🇳 Tunisia, located in Tunis Governorate. Roughly 0.2% of Tunisia's population lives here. It is about 29× smaller than Tunis, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,216
Rank in Tunisia
#88
Coordinates
36.86°N, 10.33°E
~43 m elevation · Africa/Tunis
Distance to capital (Tunis)
15 km
9 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Tunis Governorate
| City | Population | Rank in Tunisia |
|---|---|---|
| Tunis | 693,210 | #1 |
| Sejoumi | 109,672 | #11 |
| La Marsa | 92,987 | #17 |
| Le Kram | 88,302 | #21 |
| Le Bardo | 71,961 | #29 |
| La Mohammedia | 66,593 | #33 |
| La Goulette | 45,711 | #52 |
| Mégrine | 25,863 | #85 |
Cities near Carthage
FAQ
What is the population of Carthage?
Carthage has a population of 24,216 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #88 biggest city in Tunisia.
What region is Carthage in?
Carthage is located in Tunis Governorate, Tunisia.
Is Carthage the capital of Tunisia?
No, the capital of Tunisia is Tunis, about 15 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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