Wad Medani's 2026 population is now estimated at 442,913. In 1950, the population of Wad Medani was 38,081. Wad Medani has grown by 13,998 in the last year, which represents a 3.26% 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 Wad Medani, which typically includes Wad Medani'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% |
| Port Sudan | 564,627 | 3.17% |
| Kassala | 424,600 | 3.16% |