El Kef Population 2026
El Kef has a population of 53,596, making it the #47 biggest city in 🇹🇳 Tunisia, located in Kef Governorate. Roughly 0.4% of Tunisia's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Tunis, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
53,596
Rank in Tunisia
#47
Coordinates
36.17°N, 8.70°E
~627 m elevation · Africa/Tunis
Distance to capital (Tunis)
149 km
93 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kef Governorate
| City | Population | Rank in Tunisia |
|---|---|---|
| Dahmani | 30,720 | #77 |
| Tajerouine | 19,362 | #109 |
Cities near El Kef
- Dahmani30,720 people · ~28 km away
- Tajerouine19,362 people · ~34 km away
- Jendouba51,408 people · ~37 km away
- Ghardimaou19,574 people · ~39 km away
- Tabursuq21,022 people · ~58 km away
- Siliana31,251 people · ~61 km away
FAQ
What is the population of El Kef?
El Kef has a population of 53,596 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #47 biggest city in Tunisia.
What region is El Kef in?
El Kef is located in Kef Governorate, Tunisia.
Is El Kef the capital of Tunisia?
No, the capital of Tunisia is Tunis, about 149 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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