Meshgīn Shahr Population 2026
Meshgīn Shahr has a population of 74,109, making it the #129 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Ardabil Province. Roughly 0.1% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 97× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
74,109
Rank in Iran
#129
Coordinates
38.40°N, 47.68°E
~1,421 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
448 km
278 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Ardabil Province
Cities near Meshgīn Shahr
FAQ
What is the population of Meshgīn Shahr?
Meshgīn Shahr has a population of 74,109 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #129 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Meshgīn Shahr in?
Meshgīn Shahr is located in Ardabil Province, Iran.
Is Meshgīn Shahr the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 448 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.