Fujairah Population 2026
Fujairah has a population of 118,933, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, located in Fujairah. Roughly 1.0% of United Arab Emirates's population lives here. It is about 32× smaller than Dubai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
118,933
Rank in United Arab Emirates
#9
Coordinates
25.12°N, 56.34°E
~15 m elevation · Asia/Dubai
Distance to capital (Abu Dhabi)
210 km
130 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Fujairah
| City | Population | Rank in United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
| Reef Al Fujairah City | 82,310 | #13 |
| Ţarīf Kalbā | 51,000 | #20 |
| Dibba Al-Fujairah | 30,000 | #23 |
| Dibba Al-Hisn | 26,395 | #24 |
Cities near Fujairah
- Ţarīf Kalbā51,000 people · ~5 km away
- Kalbā37,545 people · ~7 km away
- Reef Al Fujairah City82,310 people · ~10 km away
- Khawr Fakkān40,677 people · ~24 km away
- Ḩattā15,324 people · ~41 km away
- Adh Dhayd20,165 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Fujairah?
Fujairah has a population of 118,933 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in United Arab Emirates.
What region is Fujairah in?
Fujairah is located in Fujairah, United Arab Emirates.
Is Fujairah the capital of United Arab Emirates?
No, the capital of United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi, about 210 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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