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% |