Qom Population 2026
Qom has a population of 900,000, making it the #7 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Qom Province. Roughly 1.0% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 7.9× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
900,000
Rank in Iran
#7
Coordinates
34.64°N, 50.88°E
~935 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
127 km
79 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Qom Province
| City | Population | Rank in Iran |
|---|---|---|
| Shahrak-e Pardīsān | 100,000 | #100 |
Cities near Qom
FAQ
What is the population of Qom?
Qom has a population of 900,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #7 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Qom in?
Qom is located in Qom Province, Iran.
Is Qom the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 127 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.