Taiz Population 2026
Taiz has a population of 940,600, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇾🇪 Yemen, located in Ta‘izz. Roughly 2.2% of Yemen's population lives here. It is about 2.1× smaller than Sanaa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
940,600
Rank in Yemen
#3
Coordinates
13.58°N, 44.02°E
~1,400 m elevation · Asia/Aden
Distance to capital (Sanaa)
198 km
123 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ta‘izz
| City | Population | Rank in Yemen |
|---|---|---|
| Mocha | 16,794 | #25 |
Cities near Taiz
FAQ
What is the population of Taiz?
Taiz has a population of 940,600 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Yemen.
What region is Taiz in?
Taiz is located in Ta‘izz, Yemen.
Is Taiz the capital of Yemen?
No, the capital of Yemen is Sana'a, about 198 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.