Piranshahr Population 2026
Piranshahr has a population of 168,393, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in West Azerbaijan. Roughly 0.2% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 42× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
168,393
Rank in Iran
#59
Coordinates
36.70°N, 45.14°E
~1,444 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
574 km
356 miles, straight line
Other big cities in West Azerbaijan
Cities near Piranshahr
FAQ
What is the population of Piranshahr?
Piranshahr has a population of 168,393 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Piranshahr in?
Piranshahr is located in West Azerbaijan, Iran.
Is Piranshahr the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 574 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.