Tabas Population 2026
Tabas has a population of 49,993, making it the #189 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Yazd Province. Roughly 0.1% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 143× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
49,993
Rank in Iran
#189
Coordinates
33.60°N, 56.92°E
~669 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
555 km
345 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Yazd Province
Cities near Tabas
FAQ
What is the population of Tabas?
Tabas has a population of 49,993 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #189 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Tabas in?
Tabas is located in Yazd Province, Iran.
Is Tabas the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 555 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.