Zahedan Population 2026
Zahedan has a population of 551,980, making it the #13 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Sistan and Baluchestan. Roughly 0.6% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 13× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
551,980
Rank in Iran
#13
Coordinates
29.50°N, 60.86°E
~1,380 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
1,120 km
696 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sistan and Baluchestan
Cities near Zahedan
FAQ
What is the population of Zahedan?
Zahedan has a population of 551,980 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #13 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Zahedan in?
Zahedan is located in Sistan and Baluchestan, Iran.
Is Zahedan the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 1,120 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.