Rafaḩ Population 2026
Rafaḩ has a population of 44,215, making it the #163 biggest city in 🇪🇬 Egypt, located in North Sinai. It is about 217× smaller than Cairo, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,215
Rank in Egypt
#163
Coordinates
31.28°N, 34.24°E
~60 m elevation · Africa/Cairo
Distance to capital (Cairo)
316 km
196 miles, straight line
Other big cities in North Sinai
| City | Population | Rank in Egypt |
|---|---|---|
| Arīsh | 199,243 | #32 |
| Ash Shaykh Zuwayd | 26,713 | #205 |
| Bi’r al ‘Abd | 26,330 | #206 |
Cities near Rafaḩ
- Ash Shaykh Zuwayd26,713 people · ~14 km away
- Arīsh199,243 people · ~45 km away
- Bi’r al ‘Abd26,330 people · ~121 km away
- Port Said780,515 people · ~184 km away
- Al Qanţarah31,808 people · ~190 km away
- Ismailia429,465 people · ~202 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rafaḩ?
Rafaḩ has a population of 44,215 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #163 biggest city in Egypt.
What region is Rafaḩ in?
Rafaḩ is located in North Sinai, Egypt.
Is Rafaḩ the capital of Egypt?
No, the capital of Egypt is Cairo, about 316 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.