Ahar Population 2026
Ahar has a population of 100,641, making it the #98 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in East Azerbaijan. Roughly 0.1% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 71× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
100,641
Rank in Iran
#98
Coordinates
38.48°N, 47.07°E
~1,336 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
495 km
307 miles, straight line
Other big cities in East Azerbaijan
Cities near Ahar
FAQ
What is the population of Ahar?
Ahar has a population of 100,641 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #98 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Ahar in?
Ahar is located in East Azerbaijan, Iran.
Is Ahar the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 495 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.