Nyala's 2026 population is now estimated at 1,190,050. In 1950, the population of Nyala was 7,253. Nyala has grown by 44,460 in the last year, which represents a 3.88% 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 Nyala, which typically includes Nyala's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.
| City | 2026 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Khartoum | 6,980,600 | 3.35% |
| El Obeid | 579,466 | 3.39% |
| Port Sudan | 564,627 | 3.17% |
| Wad Medani | 442,913 | 3.26% |
| Kassala | 424,600 | 3.16% |