Āstārā Population 2026
Āstārā has a population of 39,065, making it the #231 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Gilan Province. It is about 183× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,065
Rank in Iran
#231
Coordinates
38.43°N, 48.87°E
~-22 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
379 km
235 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gilan Province
| City | Population | Rank in Iran |
|---|---|---|
| Rasht | 594,590 | #10 |
| Bandar-e Anzalī | 118,564 | #87 |
| Lāhījān | 101,073 | #97 |
| Langarūd | 68,148 | #136 |
| Rūdsar | 47,502 | #197 |
| Şowme‘eh Sarā | 47,083 | #201 |
| Hashtpar | 45,305 | #210 |
| Āstāneh-ye Ashrafīyeh | 42,784 | #220 |
Cities near Āstārā
- Ardabīl410,753 people · ~54 km away
- Hashtpar45,305 people · ~71 km away
- Khalkhāl51,024 people · ~95 km away
- Germī28,967 people · ~95 km away
- Meshgīn Shahr74,109 people · ~104 km away
- Bandar-e Anzalī118,564 people · ~118 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Āstārā?
Āstārā has a population of 39,065 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #231 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Āstārā in?
Āstārā is located in Gilan Province, Iran.
Is Āstārā the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 379 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.