El Mgarsa Population 2026
El Mgarsa has a population of 63,528, making it the #37 biggest city in 🇹🇳 Tunisia, located in Medenine Governorate. Roughly 0.5% of Tunisia's population lives here. It is about 11× smaller than Tunis, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
63,528
Rank in Tunisia
#37
Coordinates
33.82°N, 10.99°E
~7 m elevation · Africa/Tunis
Distance to capital (Tunis)
342 km
212 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Medenine Governorate
| City | Population | Rank in Tunisia |
|---|---|---|
| Houmt Souk | 89,228 | #19 |
| Ben Gardane | 87,404 | #22 |
| Zarzis | 79,316 | #26 |
| Medenine | 71,406 | #30 |
| Midoun | 32,000 | #73 |
| Ajim | 24,294 | #87 |
Cities near El Mgarsa
FAQ
What is the population of El Mgarsa?
El Mgarsa has a population of 63,528 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #37 biggest city in Tunisia.
What region is El Mgarsa in?
El Mgarsa is located in Medenine Governorate, Tunisia.
Is El Mgarsa the capital of Tunisia?
No, the capital of Tunisia is Tunis, about 342 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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