Demographics
The census of 2004 shows that the population of Zarqa Governorate for that year was 727,268 of whom 94.5% is considered urban population and 5.5% is a rural population. Jordanian citizens made up 97% of the population. The female to male ratio was 46% to 54%. The Jordanian Department of Statistics population estimate for the year 2010 is 910,800 with a female to male ratio of 48.25 to 51.75 and a population density of 191.3 persons per Km2
| Demographics of Zarqa Governorate | 2004 Census | 2010 Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Female to Male ratio | 46% to 54% | 48.25% to 51.75% |
| Jordanian citizens to foreign nationals | 97% to 3% | N/A |
| Urban population | 727,268 | 860,700 |
| Rural population | 37,382 | 50,100 |
| Total population | 764,650 | 910,800 |
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