Gonbad-e Kāvūs Population 2026
Gonbad-e Kāvūs has a population of 151,910, making it the #65 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Golestan. Roughly 0.2% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 47× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
151,910
Rank in Iran
#65
Coordinates
37.25°N, 55.17°E
~38 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
377 km
234 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Golestan
| City | Population | Rank in Iran |
|---|---|---|
| Gorgān | 244,937 | #36 |
| Bandar-e Torkaman | 53,970 | #173 |
| 'Alī Ābād-e Katūl | 52,838 | #176 |
| Āzādshahr | 47,590 | #196 |
| Kord Kūy | 39,881 | #229 |
| Āq Qalā | 35,116 | #248 |
| Kalāleh | 33,700 | #257 |
| Mīnūdasht | 30,085 | #274 |
Cities near Gonbad-e Kāvūs
FAQ
What is the population of Gonbad-e Kāvūs?
Gonbad-e Kāvūs has a population of 151,910 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #65 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Gonbad-e Kāvūs in?
Gonbad-e Kāvūs is located in Golestan, Iran.
Is Gonbad-e Kāvūs the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 377 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.