Bam Population 2026
Bam has a population of 99,268, making it the #101 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Kerman. Roughly 0.1% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 72× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
99,268
Rank in Iran
#101
Coordinates
29.11°N, 58.36°E
~1,061 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
980 km
609 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kerman
Cities near Bam
FAQ
What is the population of Bam?
Bam has a population of 99,268 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #101 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Bam in?
Bam is located in Kerman, Iran.
Is Bam the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 980 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.