Zābol Population 2026
Zābol has a population of 121,989, making it the #83 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Sistan and Baluchestan. Roughly 0.1% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 59× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
121,989
Rank in Iran
#83
Coordinates
31.03°N, 61.49°E
~483 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
1,069 km
664 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sistan and Baluchestan
Cities near Zābol
FAQ
What is the population of Zābol?
Zābol has a population of 121,989 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #83 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Zābol in?
Zābol is located in Sistan and Baluchestan, Iran.
Is Zābol the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 1,069 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.