Al Bayda Population 2026
Al Bayda has a population of 37,821, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇾🇪 Yemen, located in Al Bayda. Roughly 0.1% of Yemen's population lives here. It is about 51× smaller than Sanaa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,821
Rank in Yemen
#15
Coordinates
13.99°N, 45.57°E
~2,005 m elevation · Asia/Aden
Distance to capital (Sanaa)
212 km
132 miles, straight line
Cities near Al Bayda
FAQ
What is the population of Al Bayda?
Al Bayda has a population of 37,821 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Yemen.
What region is Al Bayda in?
Al Bayda is located in Al Bayda, Yemen.
Is Al Bayda the capital of Yemen?
No, the capital of Yemen is Sana'a, about 212 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.