Zaghouan Population 2026
Zaghouan has a population of 20,798, making it the #104 biggest city in 🇹🇳 Tunisia, located in Zaghouan Governorate. Roughly 0.2% of Tunisia's population lives here. It is about 33× smaller than Tunis, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,798
Rank in Tunisia
#104
Coordinates
36.40°N, 10.14°E
~176 m elevation · Africa/Tunis
Distance to capital (Tunis)
46 km
29 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zaghouan Governorate
| City | Population | Rank in Tunisia |
|---|---|---|
| El Fahs | 25,100 | #86 |
Cities near Zaghouan
- El Fahs25,100 people · ~21 km away
- La Mohammedia66,593 people · ~30 km away
- Fouchana45,107 people · ~33 km away
- La Sebala du Mornag33,421 people · ~33 km away
- El Mourouj120,732 people · ~35 km away
- Grombalia27,236 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zaghouan?
Zaghouan has a population of 20,798 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #104 biggest city in Tunisia.
What region is Zaghouan in?
Zaghouan is located in Zaghouan Governorate, Tunisia.
Is Zaghouan the capital of Tunisia?
No, the capital of Tunisia is Tunis, about 46 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.
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