Az-Zaqazig's 2026 population is now estimated at 393,304. In 1950, the population of Az-Zaqazig was 90,553. Az-Zaqazig has grown by 7,013 in the last year, which represents a 1.82% annual change. These population estimates and projections come from the latest revision of the UN World Urbanization Prospects . These estimates represent the Urban agglomeration of Az-Zaqazig, which typically includes Az-Zaqazig's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.
| City | 2026 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Cairo | 23,534,600 | 1.99% |
| Alexandria | 5,921,200 | 1.97% |
| Asyut | 505,993 | 1.82% |
| Aswan | 385,960 | 1.95% |