Western Sahara Population 2026
Population Western Sahara 2026 is 582 044 people. Western Sahara ranks 169 in terms of population in the world - 0.007% of all inhabitants of the Earth. The capital of Western Sahara is El Aaiun, the official currency is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD). Chislennost.com has used information from reliable sources. Find out the population of a country, city, district at Chislennost.com.
Population of Western Sahara
582 044 people
Flag of Western Sahara
Data in March 2026
Population rank, Life expectancy, age and total area Western Sahara |
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|---|---|
| Population | |
| Population rank Western Sahara | 582 044 people |
| Male population | 66% |
| Female population | 34% |
| Life expectancy Western Sahara | |
| Life expectancy Male | 66 |
| Life expectancy Female | 72 |
| Age | |
| Median age Western Sahara | 19 age |
| <15 years | 15% |
| 15 - 65 years | 75% |
| >65 years | 10% |
| Total area | |
| Total area Western Sahara | 266000 km2 (#77 in world) |
| Population density | 2.19 per km2 |
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FAQ
⚡ When was the population counted?
The population count in Western Sahara was carried out in 2026.
⚡ What place does Western Sahara occupy in terms of population on Earth?
Western Sahara takes 169st place in the ranking of the population of countries on Earth.
⚡ Which city is the capital of Western Sahara?
The capital of Western Sahara is the city of El Aaiun with a population of 183 691 people.