Marāgheh Population 2026
Marāgheh has a population of 262,604, making it the #31 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in East Azerbaijan. Roughly 0.3% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 27× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
262,604
Rank in Iran
#31
Coordinates
37.39°N, 46.24°E
~1,455 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
500 km
311 miles, straight line
Other big cities in East Azerbaijan
Cities near Marāgheh
FAQ
What is the population of Marāgheh?
Marāgheh has a population of 262,604 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #31 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Marāgheh in?
Marāgheh is located in East Azerbaijan, Iran.
Is Marāgheh the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 500 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.