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Irbid, Jordan – Jordan Flag

Current Date And Time In Irbid, Jordan

Sunday, 28 June 2026
02:04:24 EEST
Capital: Irbid
Currency: Jordanian Dinar (JOD)
Timezone: UTC +02:00 (EEST)
Population: 2,003,000
Area: 1,571.80 km²
State Code: IR

States Near To Irbid


Find states and regions closest to Irbid in Jordan with precise aerial distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles, plus exact 16-point compass bearing and heading direction. This location intelligence data is used by logistics professionals, supply chain analysts, market researchers, freight operators and travel planners working across Jordan and Asia.

Key Benefits: Proximity data for cross-state logistics routing • Distance intelligence for market expansion into adjacent regions • Compass directions for navigation and route planning • Real-world distance units for freight, shipping and aviation use • Strategic decision-making for multi-state operations in Jordan

📍 Irbid Geographic & Demographics Profile Summary

To assist regional market researchers, location intelligence professionals and logistics managers in strategic decision-making, we have compiled the key geographic and demographic attributes for Irbid from our regional database:

Capital CityIrbid
Total Population2,003,000
Land Area1,572 km²
Population Density1,235.70 / km²
Center Latitude32.5568° N
Center Longitude35.8469° E
Average Elevation570 m (1,870 ft)
UTC Time Zone+02:00
FlagCountryDistanceDirection
Miles (mi)Kilometers (km)Nautical Miles (nm)HeadingSymbol
National Flag Of Daraa Daraa16 mi25 km14 nm
East-northeast (ENE)
National Flag Of Ajloun Ajloun16 mi26 km14 nm
South-southwest (SSW)
National Flag Of Jerash Jerash20 mi32 km17 nm
South (S)
National Flag Of Mafraq Mafraq25 mi41 km22 nm
Southeast (SE)
National Flag Of Balqa Balqa37 mi59 km32 nm
South (S)
National Flag Of Zarqa Zarqa37 mi60 km32 nm
South-southeast (SSE)
National Flag Of Quneitra Quneitra39 mi62 km34 nm
North (N)
National Flag Of Northern District Northern District39 mi63 km34 nm
Northwest (NW)
National Flag Of Amman Amman42 mi67 km36 nm
South (S)
National Flag Of Suwayda Suwayda43 mi70 km38 nm
East-northeast (ENE)

Countries Near To Irbid


Explore countries nearest to Irbid by aerial distance, with exact distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles plus compass bearing and direction heading. Cross-border proximity from Irbid supports import/export planning, international market research, travel corridor analysis and multi-country logistics coordination across Asia.

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FlagCountryDistanceDirection
Miles (mi)Kilometers (km)Nautical Miles (nm)HeadingSymbol
National Flag Of Israel Israel88 mi142 km77 nm
West-northwest (WNW)
National Flag Of Palestinian Territory Palestinian Territory112 mi180 km97 nm
North-northwest (NNW)
National Flag Of Lebanon Lebanon227 mi365 km197 nm
North (N)
National Flag Of Syria Syria333 mi535 km289 nm
North-northeast (NNE)
National Flag Of Cyprus Cyprus354 mi569 km307 nm
North-northwest (NNW)

📊 Nearby States – Population & Area Comparison

Compare population, land area and population density of states geographically closest to Irbid. This regional demographic snapshot supports market sizing, site selection, logistics zone planning and cross-state business analysis across Asia.

StateCountryPopulationArea (km²)Density (per km²)
Irbid (You)Jordan2,003,0001,5721,235.70
DaraaSyria3,730
AjlounJordan195,0004464.30
JerashJordan267,000410651.20
MafraqJordan622,00026,55123.40
BalqaJordan564,0001,120504.00
ZarqaJordan1,540,0004,761323.50
QuneitraSyria1,200
Northern DistrictIsrael4,473
AmmanJordan4,536,0007,579598.50
SuwaydaSyria5,550

🏆 Jordan State Rankings

How does Irbid rank within Jordan? The top 10 states by population, land area and density are listed below β€” useful for regional benchmarking, investment prioritization and market-entry decisions. States where Irbid appears are highlighted with ⭐.

👥 Most Populous States

StatePopulation
Amman4,536,000
Irbid ⭐2,003,000
Zarqa1,540,000
Mafraq622,000
Balqa564,000
Karak374,000
Jerash267,000
Madaba219,000
Aqaba203,000
Ajloun195,000

📏 Largest States by Area

StateArea (km²)
Ma’an33,832
Mafraq26,551
Amman7,579
Aqaba6,900
Zarqa4,761
Karak3,217
Tafielah2,114
Irbid ⭐1,572
Balqa1,120
Madaba940

🏙 Most Densely Populated

StateDensity/km²
Irbid ⭐1,235.70
Jerash651.20
Amman598.50
Balqa504.00
Ajloun464.30
Zarqa323.50
Madaba109.10
Karak107.00
Tafielah48.90
Aqaba30.80
States By Alphabets
Compass Directions Rose
N (North)
0° or 360° - Directly facing the North Pole
NNE (North-Northeast)
22.5° - Direction midway between North and Northeast
NE (Northeast)
45° - Direction midway between North and East
ENE (East-Northeast)
67.5° - Direction midway between Northeast and East
E (East)
90° - Directly facing sunrise
ESE (East-Southeast)
112.5° - Direction midway between East and Southeast
SE (Southeast)
135° - Direction midway between East and South
SSE (South-Southeast)
157.5° - Direction midway between Southeast and South
S (South)
180° - Directly facing the South Pole
SSW (South-Southwest)
202.5° - Direction midway between South and Southwest
SW (Southwest)
225° - Direction midway between South and West
WSW (West-Southwest)
247.5° - Direction midway between Southwest and West
W (West)
270° - Directly facing sunset
WNW (West-Northwest)
292.5° - Direction midway between West and Northwest
NW (Northwest)
315° - Direction midway between West and North
NNW (North-Northwest)
337.5° - Direction midway between Northwest and North

🗺 Nearby States Distance Guide – Irbid, Jordan

🌍 Geographic Proximity & Location Intelligence

Irbid is a state or region within Jordan in Asia. Knowing which states and countries lie nearest to Irbid is essential for regional market intelligence, inter-state trade corridor analysis, distribution network planning and cross-border logistics coordination. Distances are computed using the Great Circle (haversine) formula β€” the shortest aerial path between two geographic coordinates on Earth. View the nearby states or nearby countries above.

📏 Distance Units Explained

  • Miles (mi): Imperial distance unit used in the US, UK and aviation industries
  • Kilometers (km): Global metric standard for scientific, logistics and navigation use
  • Nautical Miles (nm): Used in maritime shipping, aviation routing and international navigation
  • Compass Bearing: 16-point compass rose showing exact heading from Irbid to each nearby state or country β€” see the distance

📉 Business & Logistics Applications

  • Supply Chain Optimization: Plan efficient distribution routes from Irbid to adjacent regions
  • Market Expansion: Identify the nearest markets for regional business growth and territory mapping
  • Freight & Cargo: Estimate inter-state transport distances for road, rail and air freight
  • Site Selection: Choose warehouse or hub locations based on proximity to neighboring states
  • Cross-State Partnerships: Identify collaborators in adjacent states of Jordan β€” see Jordan state rankings

🌎 Nearby Countries from Irbid

This page also lists countries nearest to Irbid by aerial distance. You can also explore the full countries near Jordan page. Cross-border proximity data supports import/export planning, international market entry, travel corridor analysis and emergency logistics coordination across Asia.

📍 Compass Directions Explained

Each nearby state or country includes a compass heading from Irbid using the 16-point compass rose (N, NNE, NE, ENE, E, ESE, SE, SSE, S, SSW, SW, WSW, W, WNW, NW, NNW). The bearing angle (0°β€“360°) is shown with a rotating arrow β€” see the states and countries above. Useful for aviation planning, maritime navigation, overland trucking and understanding the spatial layout around Irbid.

✈️ Travel & Tourism Intelligence

Knowing the distance from Irbid to neighboring states helps travel professionals, tour operators, hospitality businesses and travelers plan efficient itineraries across Jordan. Also compare population and area data of nearby states.

🔎 Related State & Country Tools

🗺 Irbid MapView the Irbid satellite map with GPS coordinates for precise location planning.
🏙️ Cities in IrbidExplore all cities and towns in Irbid for urban market analysis.
🏳️ Jordan Country DataGet complete Jordan data including population, area, currency and timezone.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions – Nearby States of Irbid

How is the distance from Irbid to nearby states calculated?

Distances use the Great Circle (haversine) formula β€” the shortest aerial distance between two geographic coordinate points on Earth. Calculations use the latitude and longitude center point of each state. Results are shown in miles, kilometers and nautical miles. View the Irbid map for exact GPS coordinates.

What does the compass direction from Irbid mean?

The compass heading shows the bearing from Irbid to each neighboring state or country using the 16-point compass rose. The rotating arrow shows the degree bearing (0°β€“360°), where 0°/360° is North, 90° East, 180° South and 270° West. See the states table and countries table above.

Which states are closest to Irbid in Jordan?

See the States Near To Irbid table above. Each row shows the state name, flag, distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles, plus the compass direction and bearing symbol. You can also view the countries nearest to Irbid below the states table, or compare all Jordan states by area, population and density.

Why is nearby states data useful for business and logistics in Jordan?

For supply chain managers, freight companies, market research analysts and regional business developers, state-level proximity data is critical for distribution hub placement, delivery route optimization, sales territory planning and identifying the fastest overland routes between markets in Asia. Use the population & area comparison and Jordan state rankings on this page for deeper regional analysis. Also explore country population data, country area rankings and country timezones.