Aden, Yemen
Major city · Population 1.1M
Aden is the 2nd largest city in Yemen with a population of approximately 1,079,670 people as of 2026. This makes it the 491st largest city in the world, accounting for 3.30% of Yemen's total population of 32.7M. Aden is classified as a major city and operates in the Asia/Aden timezone.
Population
1,079,670
Global Rank
#491
Country Rank
#2
% of Yemen
3.30%
Aden on the Map
Yemen at a Glance
Country Population
32,684,503
Capital
Sana'a
Region
Western Asia
Major Cities
7
GDP per Capita
$634
Life Expectancy
69.3 years
Urban Population
36.8%
Growth Rate
0.02%
Other Major Cities in Yemen
Nearest Major Cities
Closest cities to Aden with over 100,000 people
| City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Taiz | 940,600 | 142 km |
| Ibb | 771,514 | 161 km |
| Dhamār | 160,114 | 208 km |
| Djibouti | 626,512 | 245 km |
| Berbera | 242,344 | 260 km |
| Sanaa | 1,937,451 | 300 km |
| Al Ḩudaydah | 734,699 | 318 km |
| Ruqi | 148,702 | 358 km |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Aden?
The population of Aden, Yemen is approximately 1,079,670 people, making it the 491st largest city in the world and the 2nd largest in Yemen.
Is Aden the capital of Yemen?
No, the capital of Yemen is Sana'a. Aden is the 2nd largest city in the country.
What timezone is Aden in?
Aden is in the Asia/Aden timezone.