El Jem Population 2026
El Jem has a population of 21,544, making it the #98 biggest city in 🇹🇳 Tunisia, located in Mahdia Governorate. Roughly 0.2% of Tunisia's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Tunis, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,544
Rank in Tunisia
#98
Coordinates
35.30°N, 10.72°E
~112 m elevation · Africa/Tunis
Distance to capital (Tunis)
176 km
109 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mahdia Governorate
| City | Population | Rank in Tunisia |
|---|---|---|
| Mahdia | 51,803 | #48 |
| Ksour Essaf | 37,683 | #65 |
| Chebba | 22,227 | #96 |
Cities near El Jem
- Ksour Essaf37,683 people · ~28 km away
- Zeramedine16,806 people · ~31 km away
- Djemmal55,285 people · ~36 km away
- Chebba22,227 people · ~37 km away
- Mahdia51,803 people · ~39 km away
- Moknine62,802 people · ~41 km away
FAQ
What is the population of El Jem?
El Jem has a population of 21,544 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #98 biggest city in Tunisia.
What region is El Jem in?
El Jem is located in Mahdia Governorate, Tunisia.
Is El Jem the capital of Tunisia?
No, the capital of Tunisia is Tunis, about 176 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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