Zarzis Population 2026
Zarzis has a population of 79,316, making it the #26 biggest city in 🇹🇳 Tunisia, located in Medenine Governorate. Roughly 0.6% of Tunisia's population lives here. It is about 8.7× smaller than Tunis, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
79,316
Rank in Tunisia
#26
Coordinates
33.50°N, 11.11°E
~11 m elevation · Africa/Tunis
Distance to capital (Tunis)
379 km
235 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Medenine Governorate
| City | Population | Rank in Tunisia |
|---|---|---|
| Houmt Souk | 89,228 | #19 |
| Ben Gardane | 87,404 | #22 |
| Medenine | 71,406 | #30 |
| El Mgarsa | 63,528 | #37 |
| Midoun | 32,000 | #73 |
| Ajim | 24,294 | #87 |
Cities near Zarzis
- Midoun32,000 people · ~36 km away
- El Mgarsa63,528 people · ~37 km away
- Ajim24,294 people · ~41 km away
- Ben Gardane87,404 people · ~42 km away
- Houmt Souk89,228 people · ~48 km away
- Medenine71,406 people · ~59 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zarzis?
Zarzis has a population of 79,316 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #26 biggest city in Tunisia.
What region is Zarzis in?
Zarzis is located in Medenine Governorate, Tunisia.
Is Zarzis the capital of Tunisia?
No, the capital of Tunisia is Tunis, about 379 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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