Ataq Population 2026
Ataq has a population of 37,315, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇾🇪 Yemen, located in Shabwah. Roughly 0.1% of Yemen's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than Sanaa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,315
Rank in Yemen
#16
Coordinates
14.54°N, 46.83°E
~1,148 m elevation · Asia/Aden
Distance to capital (Sanaa)
296 km
184 miles, straight line
Cities near Ataq
FAQ
What is the population of Ataq?
Ataq has a population of 37,315 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in Yemen.
What region is Ataq in?
Ataq is located in Shabwah, Yemen.
Is Ataq the capital of Yemen?
No, the capital of Yemen is Sana'a, about 296 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.