Masjed Soleymān Population 2026
Masjed Soleymān has a population of 100,497, making it the #99 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Khuzestan. Roughly 0.1% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 71× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
100,497
Rank in Iran
#99
Coordinates
31.94°N, 49.30°E
~240 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
461 km
286 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Khuzestan
| City | Population | Rank in Iran |
|---|---|---|
| Ahvaz | 841,145 | #8 |
| Khorramshahr | 330,606 | #23 |
| Dezful | 264,709 | #30 |
| Abadan | 231,476 | #42 |
| Bandar-e Māhshahr | 162,797 | #64 |
| Andīmeshk | 135,116 | #72 |
| Behbahān | 122,604 | #81 |
| Īz̄eh | 119,399 | #86 |
Cities near Masjed Soleymān
FAQ
What is the population of Masjed Soleymān?
Masjed Soleymān has a population of 100,497 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #99 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Masjed Soleymān in?
Masjed Soleymān is located in Khuzestan, Iran.
Is Masjed Soleymān the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 461 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.