Hamadān Population 2026
Hamadān has a population of 528,256, making it the #14 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Hamadan Province. Roughly 0.6% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 14× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
528,256
Rank in Iran
#14
Coordinates
34.80°N, 48.51°E
~1,820 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
282 km
175 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Hamadan Province
Cities near Hamadān
FAQ
What is the population of Hamadān?
Hamadān has a population of 528,256 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #14 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Hamadān in?
Hamadān is located in Hamadan Province, Iran.
Is Hamadān the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 282 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.