Population of Saudi Arabia

As part of your Saudi Arabia Travel Guide, some knowledge about the Population of Saudi Arabia might come in handy, in order to make the most out of your trip in the country.

The Population of Saudi Arabia is marked by a growth rate upward of 2%, and the population can be broadly classified as a young population.

In the beginning, a large section of the country had a nomadic lifestyle. Modern advancement and growth of cities has led to an urban population of approximately 88%; most of Saudi Arabia Tourism is, therefore, focused around the beautiful cities in Saudi Arabia.

The country has an extensive Arab population of around 90%, with a fair sprinkling of people who're originally from Iran, Turkey, Africa and various other countries. These people came in as pilgrims to the country and finally made it their home. Saudi Arabia also has a small population of Europeans who live mostly in Ras Tanura, Dahran and other large cities. A large population of Asian expatriates from the Indian Subcontinent, as well as Indonesia and the Philippines have also made their home in Saudi Arabia.

The Geography of Saudi Arabia determines the demographics of the country. While some cities and oases are characterized by very dense populations, the desert areas are more scantily populated. The country's population is more than 27 million. An important part of the Saudi Arabia Population includes resident foreigners. The Population of Saudi Arabia is marked by a rapid growth rate and except the Great Deserts, most parts of the country have a fairly large population.