Musaffah Population 2026
Musaffah has a population of 243,341, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, located in Abu Dhabi. Roughly 2.1% of United Arab Emirates's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than Dubai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
243,341
Rank in United Arab Emirates
#7
Coordinates
24.36°N, 54.48°E
~7 m elevation · Asia/Dubai
Distance to capital (Abu Dhabi)
13 km
8 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 |
| Khalifah A City | 85,374 | #11 |
| Mohammed Bin Zayed City | 85,000 | #12 |
| Bani Yas City | 80,498 | #14 |
| Zayed City | 63,482 | #15 |
| Al Shamkhah City | 61,710 | #16 |
| Ar Ruways | 25,000 | #26 |
Cities near Musaffah
- Mohammed Bin Zayed City85,000 people · ~7 km away
- Abu Dhabi1,807,000 people · ~13 km away
- Khalifah A City85,374 people · ~14 km away
- Bani Yas City80,498 people · ~16 km away
- Al Shamkhah City61,710 people · ~23 km away
- Jebel Ali210,000 people · ~95 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Musaffah?
Musaffah has a population of 243,341 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in United Arab Emirates.
What region is Musaffah in?
Musaffah is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Is Musaffah the capital of United Arab Emirates?
No, the capital of United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi, about 13 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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