Ras Al Khaimah's 2026 population is now estimated at 468,758. In 1975, the population of Ras Al Khaimah was 43,845. Ras Al Khaimah has grown by 17,580 in the last year, which represents a 3.9% annual change. These population values and projections come from UAE population by emirates, nationality and gender (Bayanat official) and World Population Review Internal Projections .
| City | 2026 Pop. ↓ | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai | 3,776,252 | 5.13% |
| Abu Dhabi | 3,210,297 | 4.03% |
| Sharjah | 2,267,755 | 5.13% |
| Ajman | 591,525 | 5.13% |
| Ras Al Khaimah | 468,758 | 3.9% |
| Fujairah | 359,201 | 5.13% |
| Umm Al Quwain | 98,189 | 3.35% |