Bani Yas City Population 2026
Bani Yas City has a population of 80,498, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates, located in Abu Dhabi. Roughly 0.7% of United Arab Emirates's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than Dubai, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
80,498
Rank in United Arab Emirates
#14
Coordinates
24.31°N, 54.63°E
~14 m elevation · Asia/Dubai
Distance to capital (Abu Dhabi)
28 km
17 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 |
| Zayed City | 63,482 | #15 |
| Al Shamkhah City | 61,710 | #16 |
| Ar Ruways | 25,000 | #26 |
Cities near Bani Yas City
- Mohammed Bin Zayed City85,000 people · ~9 km away
- Al Shamkhah City61,710 people · ~12 km away
- Khalifah A City85,374 people · ~13 km away
- Musaffah243,341 people · ~16 km away
- Abu Dhabi1,807,000 people · ~28 km away
- Jebel Ali210,000 people · ~91 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bani Yas City?
Bani Yas City has a population of 80,498 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in United Arab Emirates.
What region is Bani Yas City in?
Bani Yas City is located in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
Is Bani Yas City the capital of United Arab Emirates?
No, the capital of United Arab Emirates is Abu Dhabi, about 28 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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