Zanjan Population 2026
Zanjan has a population of 357,471, making it the #19 biggest city in 🇮🇷 Iran, located in Zanjan. Roughly 0.4% of Iran's population lives here. It is about 20× smaller than Tehran, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
357,471
Rank in Iran
#19
Coordinates
36.68°N, 48.50°E
~1,666 m elevation · Asia/Tehran
Distance to capital (Tehran)
284 km
176 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Zanjan
| City | Population | Rank in Iran |
|---|---|---|
| Abhar | 69,889 | #133 |
| Khorramdarreh | 50,528 | #186 |
| Qīdar | 34,921 | #249 |
Cities near Zanjan
- Qīdar34,921 people · ~63 km away
- Manjīl15,630 people · ~81 km away
- Khorramdarreh50,528 people · ~81 km away
- Pādegān-e Manjīl17,396 people · ~82 km away
- Abhar69,889 people · ~87 km away
- Fūman35,841 people · ~95 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Zanjan?
Zanjan has a population of 357,471 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #19 biggest city in Iran.
What region is Zanjan in?
Zanjan is located in Zanjan, Iran.
Is Zanjan the capital of Iran?
No, the capital of Iran is Tehran, about 284 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.