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% |