Būkān Population 2026
Būkān has a population of 193,501, making it the #53 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in West Azerbaijan. Roughly 0.2% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 37× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
193,501
Rank in Iran
#53
Coordinates
36.52°N, 46.21°E
~1,365 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
477 km
296 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Azerbaijan
Cities near Būkān
FAQ
What is the population of Būkān?
Būkān has a population of 193,501 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #53 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Būkān in?
Būkān is located in West Azerbaijan, Iran.
Is Būkān the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 477 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.