Shiraz Population 2026
Shiraz has a population of 1,249,942, making it the #6 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Fars. Roughly 1.3% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 5.7× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
1,249,942
Rank in Iran
#6
Coordinates
29.61°N, 52.53°E
~1,545 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
684 km
425 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Fars
Cities near Shiraz
FAQ
What is the population of Shiraz?
Shiraz has a population of 1,249,942 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #6 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Shiraz in?
Shiraz is located in Fars, Iran.
Is Shiraz the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 684 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.