Mohammed Bin Zayed City Population 2026
Mohammed Bin Zayed City has a population of 85,000, making it the #12 biggest city in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, located in Abu Dhabi. Roughly 0.7% of United Arab Emirates's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than Dubai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
85,000
Rank in United Arab Emirates
#12
Coordinates
24.35°N, 54.55°E
~3 m elevation · Asia/Dubai
Distance to capital (Abu Dhabi)
20 km
12 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Abu Dhabi
| City | Population | Rank in United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi | 1,807,000 | #2 |
| Al Ain City | 846,747 | #4 |
| Musaffah | 243,341 | #7 |
| Khalifah A City | 85,374 | #11 |
| Bani Yas City | 80,498 | #14 |
| Zayed City | 63,482 | #15 |
| Al Shamkhah City | 61,710 | #16 |
| Ar Ruways | 25,000 | #26 |
Cities near Mohammed Bin Zayed City
- Musaffah243,341 people · ~7 km away
- Bani Yas City80,498 people · ~9 km away
- Khalifah A City85,374 people · ~10 km away
- Al Shamkhah City61,710 people · ~16 km away
- Abu Dhabi1,807,000 people · ~20 km away
- Jebel Ali210,000 people · ~92 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mohammed Bin Zayed City?
Mohammed Bin Zayed City has a population of 85,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #12 biggest city in United Arab Emirates.
What region is Mohammed Bin Zayed City in?
Mohammed Bin Zayed City is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Is Mohammed Bin Zayed City the capital of United Arab Emirates?
No, the capital of United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi, about 20 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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