Arāk Population 2026
Arāk has a population of 503,647, making it the #15 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Markazi. Roughly 0.5% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
503,647
Rank in Iran
#15
Coordinates
34.09°N, 49.70°E
~1,738 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
237 km
147 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Markazi
Cities near Arāk
FAQ
What is the population of Arāk?
Arāk has a population of 503,647 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #15 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Arāk in?
Arāk is located in Markazi, Iran.
Is Arāk the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 237 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.