Rūdsar Population 2026
Rūdsar has a population of 47,502, making it the #197 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Gilan Province. Roughly 0.1% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 151× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,502
Rank in Iran
#197
Coordinates
37.14°N, 50.29°E
~-23 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
190 km
118 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Gilan Province
| City | Population | Rank in Iran |
|---|---|---|
| Rasht | 594,590 | #10 |
| Bandar-e Anzalī | 118,564 | #87 |
| Lāhījān | 101,073 | #97 |
| Langarūd | 68,148 | #136 |
| Şowme‘eh Sarā | 47,083 | #201 |
| Hashtpar | 45,305 | #210 |
| Āstāneh-ye Ashrafīyeh | 42,784 | #220 |
| Āstārā | 39,065 | #231 |
Cities near Rūdsar
- Langarūd68,148 people · ~14 km away
- Lāhījān101,073 people · ~26 km away
- Āstāneh-ye Ashrafīyeh42,784 people · ~34 km away
- Tonekābon37,501 people · ~63 km away
- Rasht594,590 people · ~64 km away
- Bandar-e Anzalī118,564 people · ~83 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rūdsar?
Rūdsar has a population of 47,502 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #197 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Rūdsar in?
Rūdsar is located in Gilan Province, Iran.
Is Rūdsar the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 190 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.