Ghayl Bā Wazīr Population 2026
Ghayl Bā Wazīr has a population of 21,259, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇾🇪 Yemen, located in Muhafazat Hadramaout. It is about 91× smaller than Sanaa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,259
Rank in Yemen
#21
Coordinates
14.78°N, 49.37°E
~87 m elevation · Asia/Aden
Distance to capital (Sanaa)
558 km
347 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Muhafazat Hadramaout
| City | Population | Rank in Yemen |
|---|---|---|
| Mukalla | 594,951 | #6 |
Cities near Ghayl Bā Wazīr
FAQ
What is the population of Ghayl Bā Wazīr?
Ghayl Bā Wazīr has a population of 21,259 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Yemen.
What region is Ghayl Bā Wazīr in?
Ghayl Bā Wazīr is located in Muhafazat Hadramaout, Yemen.
Is Ghayl Bā Wazīr the capital of Yemen?
No, the capital of Yemen is Sana'a, about 558 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.