Zinjibār Population 2026
Zinjibār has a population of 19,879, making it the #22 biggest city in 🇾🇪 Yemen, located in Abyan Governorate. It is about 97× smaller than Sanaa, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,879
Rank in Yemen
#22
Coordinates
13.13°N, 45.38°E
~20 m elevation · Asia/Aden
Distance to capital (Sanaa)
278 km
173 miles, straight line
Cities near Zinjibār
FAQ
What is the population of Zinjibār?
Zinjibār has a population of 19,879 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #22 biggest city in Yemen.
What region is Zinjibār in?
Zinjibār is located in Abyan Governorate, Yemen.
Is Zinjibār the capital of Yemen?
No, the capital of Yemen is Sana'a, about 278 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.