Mahdia Population 2026
Mahdia has a population of 51,803, making it the #48 biggest city in 🇹🇳 Tunisia, located in Mahdia 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)
51,803
Rank in Tunisia
#48
Coordinates
35.50°N, 11.06°E
~7 m elevation · Africa/Tunis
Distance to capital (Tunis)
167 km
104 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Mahdia Governorate
| City | Population | Rank in Tunisia |
|---|---|---|
| Ksour Essaf | 37,683 | #65 |
| Chebba | 22,227 | #96 |
| El Jem | 21,544 | #98 |
Cities near Mahdia
- Ksour Essaf37,683 people · ~11 km away
- Bekalta20,506 people · ~14 km away
- Teboulba41,731 people · ~17 km away
- Moknine62,802 people · ~20 km away
- Ksar Hellal55,415 people · ~22 km away
- Chebba22,227 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mahdia?
Mahdia has a population of 51,803 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #48 biggest city in Tunisia.
What region is Mahdia in?
Mahdia is located in Mahdia Governorate, Tunisia.
Is Mahdia the capital of Tunisia?
No, the capital of Tunisia is Tunis, about 167 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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