Arīsh Population 2026
Arīsh has a population of 199,243, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in North Sinai. Roughly 0.2% of Egypt's population lives here. It is about 48× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
199,243
Rank in Egypt
#32
Coordinates
31.13°N, 33.80°E
~15 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
271 km
168 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Sinai
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Rafaḩ | 44,215 | #163 |
| Ash Shaykh Zuwayd | 26,713 | #205 |
| Bi’r al ‘Abd | 26,330 | #206 |
Cities near Arīsh
- Ash Shaykh Zuwayd26,713 people · ~31 km away
- Rafaḩ44,215 people · ~45 km away
- Bi’r al ‘Abd26,330 people · ~76 km away
- Port Said780,515 people · ~143 km away
- Al Qanţarah31,808 people · ~145 km away
- Ismailia429,465 people · ~157 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Arīsh?
Arīsh has a population of 199,243 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is Arīsh in?
Arīsh is located in North Sinai, Egypt.
Is Arīsh the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 271 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.