Al Shamkhah City Population 2026
Al Shamkhah City has a population of 61,710, making it the #16 biggest city in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, located in Abu Dhabi. Roughly 0.5% of United Arab Emirates's population lives here. It is about 61× smaller than Dubai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,710
Rank in United Arab Emirates
#16
Coordinates
24.39°N, 54.71°E
~34 m elevation · Asia/Dubai
Distance to capital (Abu Dhabi)
32 km
20 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Abu Dhabi
| City | Population | Rank in United Arab Emirates |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi | 1,807,000 | #2 |
| Al Ain City | 846,747 | #4 |
| Musaffah | 243,341 | #7 |
| Khalifah A City | 85,374 | #11 |
| Mohammed Bin Zayed City | 85,000 | #12 |
| Bani Yas City | 80,498 | #14 |
| Zayed City | 63,482 | #15 |
| Ar Ruways | 25,000 | #26 |
Cities near Al Shamkhah City
- Khalifah A City85,374 people · ~11 km away
- Bani Yas City80,498 people · ~12 km away
- Mohammed Bin Zayed City85,000 people · ~16 km away
- Musaffah243,341 people · ~23 km away
- Abu Dhabi1,807,000 people · ~32 km away
- Jebel Ali210,000 people · ~79 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Al Shamkhah City?
Al Shamkhah City has a population of 61,710 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #16 biggest city in United Arab Emirates.
What region is Al Shamkhah City in?
Al Shamkhah City is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Is Al Shamkhah City the capital of United Arab Emirates?
No, the capital of United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi, about 32 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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