Jebel Ali Population 2026
Jebel Ali has a population of 210,000, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, located in Dubai. Roughly 1.8% of United Arab Emirates's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than Dubai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
210,000
Rank in United Arab Emirates
#8
Coordinates
25.00°N, 55.11°E
~5 m elevation · Asia/Dubai
Distance to capital (Abu Dhabi)
94 km
58 miles, straight line
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FAQ
What is the population of Jebel Ali?
Jebel Ali has a population of 210,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in United Arab Emirates.
What region is Jebel Ali in?
Jebel Ali is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
Is Jebel Ali the capital of United Arab Emirates?
No, the capital of United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi, about 94 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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