Kermanshah Population 2026
Kermanshah has a population of 621,100, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Kermanshah Province. Roughly 0.7% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 12× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
621,100
Rank in Iran
#9
Coordinates
34.31°N, 47.06°E
~1,392 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
425 km
264 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kermanshah Province
| City | Population | Rank in Iran |
|---|---|---|
| Eslāmābād-e Gharb | 90,559 | #109 |
| Harsīn | 57,647 | #159 |
| Javānrūd | 54,354 | #171 |
| Kangāvar | 51,352 | #183 |
| Sarpol-e Z̄ahāb | 45,481 | #208 |
| Sonqor | 44,256 | #214 |
| Şaḩneh | 35,508 | #247 |
| Pāveh | 25,771 | #303 |
Cities near Kermanshah
FAQ
What is the population of Kermanshah?
Kermanshah has a population of 621,100 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Kermanshah in?
Kermanshah is located in Kermanshah Province, Iran.
Is Kermanshah the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 425 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.