Bījār Population 2026
Bījār has a population of 50,014, making it the #188 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Kurdistan Province. Roughly 0.1% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 143× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,014
Rank in Iran
#188
Coordinates
35.87°N, 47.61°E
~1,929 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
345 km
214 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kurdistan Province
Cities near Bījār
FAQ
What is the population of Bījār?
Bījār has a population of 50,014 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #188 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Bījār in?
Bījār is located in Kurdistan Province, Iran.
Is Bījār the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 345 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.