Qatar: List of the Largest Cities by Population

1. Doha – 872,000

Capital and largest city; main economic, political, and cultural hub of Qatar.

2. Ar Rayyan – 606,000

Part of Doha metro; expanding suburban municipality with sports and education developments.

3. Umm Salal Muhammad – 150,000

Town north of Doha in Al Daayen/Al Rayyan area; growing residential community.

4. Al Wakrah – 94,300

Coastal city south of Doha; historic fishing town now expanding rapidly.

5. Al Khawr (Al Khor)** – 91,600

Northern coastal city known for fishing heritage and proximity to Ras Laffan gas fields.

6. Al Daayen / Al Khīsah – 91,200

Municipality area north of Doha with residential expansion and suburban growth.

7. Rawdat Rāshid – 74,600

Zone within Al Rayyan municipality experiencing rapid urbanization.