Khasab Population 2026
Khasab has a population of 17,904, making it the #24 biggest city in 🇴🇲 Oman, located in Musandam Governorate. Roughly 0.3% of Oman's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than Muscat, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,904
Rank in Oman
#24
Coordinates
26.18°N, 56.25°E
~13 m elevation · Asia/Muscat
Distance to capital (Muscat)
362 km
225 miles, straight line
Cities near Khasab
- Shināş48,009 people · ~161 km away
- Liwá26,372 people · ~186 km away
- Sohar108,274 people · ~209 km away
- Al Buraymī73,670 people · ~219 km away
- Şaḩam140,000 people · ~232 km away
- Al Khābūrah50,223 people · ~260 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Khasab?
Khasab has a population of 17,904 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #24 biggest city in Oman.
What region is Khasab in?
Khasab is located in Musandam Governorate, Oman.
Is Khasab the capital of Oman?
No, the capital of Oman is Muscat, about 362 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.