Port Sudan's 2026 population is now estimated at 564,627. In 1950, the population of Port Sudan was 40,845. Port Sudan has grown by 17,367 in the last year, which represents a 3.17% 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 Port Sudan, which typically includes Port Sudan's population in addition to adjacent suburban areas.
| City | 2026 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Khartoum | 6,980,600 | 3.35% |
| Nyala | 1,190,050 | 3.88% |
| El Obeid | 579,466 | 3.39% |
| Wad Medani | 442,913 | 3.26% |
| Kassala | 424,600 | 3.16% |